In Memory of Dr Jo Durham

Jo Durham dedicated her life to improving health equity and resilience in disaster-affected regions.  As a Country Program Director and advisor for organizations like the UNDP and UNICEF, Jo worked tirelessly to support communities impacted by war and crisis across Asia and the Middle East.  Transitioning to academia, Jo brought real-world experience to research, teaching, and policy development—helping equip future practitioners with the skills to create lasting change.

Passionate about participatory, co-designed research, Jo championed inclusive solutions that amplified marginalized voices and promoted equitable access to health services.  At AusHSI, Jo brought her practical experience of working in diverse contexts to deliver the highest quality evidence-based solutions for communities, health services and policy-makers. She also coordinated the QUT Graduate Certificate in Emergency and Disaster Management (Health Sciences). Her commitment and passion to her profession has left an enduring legacy.