- Inducted:
- 2011
- Category:
- Local Champion
Dale started her career as a nurse over 30 years ago and has been a leader and advocate for the improvement of women's healthcare and the rights of women in Victoria and nationally, for over a decade.
Dale's work has focused on innovative health services and leadership opportunities for women. These include the Centre for Women's Mental Health, Australia's first gender-specific approach to mental health; the establishment of a National Imaging Centre for women and the development of the first Well Women's Clinic, which provides a preventative approach to women's health.
In July 2004, Dale was appointed the first female Chief Executive of the Royal Women's Hospital, a milestone in the hospital's 150 year history. Her work at the Royal Women's Hospital is one of the most rewarding aspects of her career.
"The Royal Women's Hospital is well recognised for its innovation in care and the hospital's work in health advocacy and social justice plays a critical role within the Victorian community," says Dale.
Dale has worked tirelessly to improve the quality of healthcare to women from diverse backgrounds. She established the first formal, multi-faith Sacred Spaces at the Dandenong Hospital and the Royal Women's Hospital, providing women with a safe place for healing, reflection and peace.
Dale served on the Board of the Queen Elizabeth Centre from 2000 until 2008.
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