Tabeal Hohora-West (she/her) is a Health Science student at Charles Sturt University. Her mob is Pitjantjatjara.
Tell us a little about yourself.
I’m a 22-year-old Aboriginal woman originally from Cherbourg in Queensland. I’ve spent time living in Sydney and I’m currently based in Bathurst, where I work as a trainee in health services while studying a Bachelor of Health with a focus on mental health.
My experiences living and working across different communities have shaped my interest in community-based, culturally safe practice, particularly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Through my work and studies, I’ve seen how legal and systemic issues often impact health and wellbeing, especially in regional and rural settings.
I’m keen to continue learning through hands-on experience, listening to community, and building skills that support holistic care. This internship is an opportunity to deepen my understanding of how community legal centres work alongside health and other services to support mob.
Do you have an interest in a particular kind of law or types of legal problems?
My interest includes housing and tenancy, child protection, domestic and family violence, fines and debt, and access to services. I’m interested in learning how community legal centres support people through these issues in a culturally safe way, especially in rural and regional communities where services can be limited.
Find out more about the CLCNSW Regional, Rural and Remote Internship Program.