With background in Sports Science and working in ADO, forensic, youth and community services, homelessness and mental health services for over 25 years, Vicki clearly saw the link between mental ill health and the impact on the physical health of individuals living with a mental illness. Moving into Health Promotion, supporting the development of the Peer Work Force and now in her current position as the Health and Wellbeing Manager for Neami National NSW, Vicki has contributed to the development and implementation of several Physical Health programs, health promotions initiatives and research projects nationally. Vicki is dedicated to supporting individuals living with mental illness improve their physical health through collaboration and innovation and as a Mental Health First Aid Instructor support attitude change throughout the wider community.