At Wakai Waian Healing, we believe that true change begins with leaders who carry both cultural wisdom and lived experience. This month, we celebrate a remarkable milestone: Tasha Lamey, our NDIS Lead, marks one year of service with Wakai Waian Healing.
Tasha’s story is one of resilience, dedication, and deep cultural connection. A proud Bidjira woman living and working in Rockhampton, Tasha brings not only 16 years of experience in Queensland Health but also a powerful personal journey as a First Nations mother of a son with an intellectual disability. Her lived experience navigating the complex healthcare and education systems has given her a unique ability to understand, advocate for, and support our clients with empathy and strength.
Tasha’s leadership is proof of why First Nations voices are central to closing the gap. Her journey into the disability sector began long before her professional career—rooted in a desire to create a more inclusive world for individuals with disabilities. This passion has shaped her approach as she leads with cultural insight and a deep understanding of community needs.
Before joining Wakai Waian Healing, Tasha led the Community Aspirations Program at Central Queensland University, inspiring mature-age students to explore higher education. It was during this time that she crossed paths with Ed Mosby, our Founder and Senior Psychologist, whose vision for culturally grounded mental health care resonated with her own values.
Over the past year, Tasha has been instrumental in strengthening Wakai Waian’s NDIS programs, ensuring they are both accessible and culturally safe. She is building pathways for people with disabilities, particularly within First Nations communities, to receive the support they need to live with dignity and independence.
“Tasha’s leadership is a reflection of the strength and wisdom our First Nations professionals bring,” says Ed Mosby. “Her work is not just about service delivery; it’s about advocacy, empowerment, and cultural healing. She is showing us what it truly means to close the gap—not just with words, but with action.”
As we celebrate Tasha’s one-year anniversary, we honour her contributions and reaffirm our belief that First Nations-led approaches are the key to building inclusive, culturally safe systems that work for our people. Tasha’s journey reminds us that every step forward begins with someone willing to stand for change.