Aunty Glendra Stubbs OAM is a proud Wiradjuri woman who has lived in the Blue Mountains all her life.
She has been the elder-in-residence at the University of Technology Sydney since 2020, and is a trained counsellor with over 40 years’ experience providing advice and practical assistance to survivors of trauma.
Glendra has worked with several state and national bodies, including as an Aboriginal engagement advisor for the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse, and is the aunty-in-residence at knowmore, a legal service supporting victims of child sexual abuse.
In her personal and professional capacities, Glendra has learned a great deal about the range of issues involved in supporting strong, resilient individuals, families and communities. This has led to her membership on a range of boards and committees, including leading as CEO of Link-Up (NSW) Aboriginal Corporation, assisting those affected by past government policies.