Kim Gates

Kim GATES is an experienced public health professional currently serving as the Executive Manager of Public Health and Continuous Quality Improvement at the Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia since August 2021. In addition to this role, Kim has been the Sexual Health & Blood Borne Virus Coordinator. Previously, Kim held the position of Acting CEO at Ord Valley Aboriginal Health Service from June 2023 to March 2024 and worked as a Local Engagement Officer at the Australian Bureau of Statistics for a brief period in 2021. Kim's extensive background includes leadership roles at the WA AIDS Council and Nganampa Health Council, as well as a significant tenure as Executive Director at NT AIDS & Hepatitis Council Inc. Other notable positions include Project Manager within the Northern Territory Government and Assistant Director at the Australian Department of Health. Kim holds a Master's Degree in Indigenous Health with a focus on Substance Use from the University of Sydney.