History
Health Voyage (previously GenHealth) has its origins in grassroots advocacy; inaugurated in the unwavering determination and energy of a group of women in Coffs Harbour who sought to research the needs of local women and to ensure the identified health and wellbeing priorities were addressed. From this, the Coffs Harbour Women’s Health Centre opened its doors in 1986 and we have never looked back. Health Voyage has since expanded to incorporate youth health and wellbeing and has become a prominent and respected focal point within the community as providers of quality, compassionate and accessible health care.
Health Voyage Board of Directors
As a for-purpose community organisation, Health Voyage is governed by a Board of Directors who provide strategic direction to the organisation and ensure Health Voyage is advancing it’s mission, has efficient and appropriate resource allocation, and complies with all relevant legislation and regulatory obligations. Our experienced, skilled and passionate Board of Directors come from diverse backgrounds including community sector, clinical, health management, business and Aboriginal Affairs. Through our Board of Directors, Health Voyage’s culture of collaboration, positivity, compassion, kindness, respect and diversity ensures a welcome space for our staff to work and for individuals to access health care.
- Glen James – Chairperson
- Natalie Ryan – Deputy Chairperson
- Carol Burfoot
- Patti Andrews
- Vigeeta Chauhan
Health Voyage CEO Tazmyn Jewell
Tazmyn Jewell commenced as Health Voyage CEO in May 2023. Prior to being appointed as CEO, Tazmyn was already a member of the Health Voyage family in her role as the Centre Manager of headspace Coffs Harbour, a position that she held for 2 years (including time on parental leave).
Tazmyn has a background in law, with a Bachelor of Laws and Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice. Tazmyn was admitted to practice in 2008. Tazmyn’s passion for social justice and advocating for the rights of those in our community that are marginalised and disadvantaged saw her dedicate 11 years to her career with Victoria Legal Aid.Tazmyn is a seasoned advocate and Senior Criminal Lawyer. Tazmyn would regularly appear in appeals, contested hearings, complex bail applications and pleas across Victorian jurisdictions including in specialist courts such as the Drug Court and Children’s Court. She also practiced in intervention order and family law proceedings as well as civil proceedings such as Mental Health Tribunal and Victims of Crime Tribunal. She has particular expertise representing children and young people in our justice system. She volunteered at the Women’s Legal Service, Victoria and Darebin Community Legal Centre. Tazmyn was a Regional Managing Lawyer, managing practices in metro and country Victoria. Tazmyn has always been dedicated to the teams she worked with, devoting much of her energy to mentoring junior lawyers and supporting the wellbeing of her teams in an industry that is very high pressure and high stakes. Tazmyn describes herself as a heart leader with a steady approach and a ‘can do’ attitude.
Tazmyn is passionate about ensuring Health Voyage services are accessible to those in our community that need the services the most, access to health care and support for wellbeing is crucial and she states ‘we have much work to do to ensure that those that are geographically or socially isolated or isolated for other reasons have equal access to vital services’.
Tazmyn is dedicated to nurturing the Health Voyage workplace as a safe, inclusive and supportive environment to all staff and consumers. She is also passionate about leading Health Voyage work culture and values that guide Health Voyage employees and contribute to the organisations overall mission. Tazmyn believes in the Health Voyage vision of “Healthier People. Stronger Communities” and is committed to encouraging partnerships with like-minded organisations to increase access and opportunity for our communities.
Vision, Mission, Values
Healthier People. Stronger Communities.
Our mission statements are to:
- Ensure universal access to safe and affordable health care
- Provide financially viable services
- Achieve self-sustainability and self-governance
- Attract loyal and qualified team members
- Implement collaborative and holistic services
- Ensure we have resources and flexible services that embrace innovation
Our core values guide all that we do: ethical; integrity; respect; diversity; compassion.
Publications
Health Voyage Annual Report 2023/2024
2022/23 Health Voyage Annual Report
2021/22 GenHealth Annual Report
2020/21 GenHealth Annual Report
Funder Acknowledgement
Health Voyage is grateful for the ongoing support of our primary funders:
- Healthy North Coast
- NSW Ministry of Health
- Australian Government Department of Social Services
- NSW Government Department of Communities & Justice