Message from the CEO: Real change, real lives – the power of giving

I’d like to begin with a heartfelt thank you. Your continued generosity drives us to be even more ambitious in our purpose to deliver life-changing research and healthcare for all.

This Spring edition of Thanks to You is filled with stories that highlight how much you’ve helped accelerate our research, expanding the reach and impact of our work.

Our recent end-of-financial-year appeal was an inspiring reminder of what’s possible when we come together. With your help, we’ve been able to raise more than $160,000 to bolster HIV prevention and treatment efforts across the Pacific.

These vital funds are already helping to develop localised toolkits and a network of peer-led counsellors able to provide much needed support and guidance.

When a powerful earthquake struck Myanmar earlier this year, your generosity enabled a swift and compassionate response to ensure we were able to continue delivering essential health services where needed most.

In this edition, we profile Dr Phone Myint Win, Burnet’s Country Representative in Myanmar, whose leadership, deep local knowledge and unwavering commitment have been instrumental in guiding both our emergency response and long-term health programs in the region.

We’re also pleased to let you know that our 2024 Annual Report is now available. Inside, you’ll find stories of progress made possible by your support, from breakthroughs in research to on-the-ground impact in communities across the globe.

In this edition, we also celebrate the commitment of donor Len Dudman. After reading about our work with mothers and babies in Papua New Guinea, Len felt compelled to donate. His ongoing generosity continues to fuel programs that are changing lives in places where support is needed most.

Each of the achievements shared in this edition is a direct result of your unwavering generosity and kindness.

Your support is helping our research to go further. Thank you.

Professor Brendan Crabb AC
Director and CEO