b'Charlottes story is a testament to her hard work, and what is possible when young people are supported to be strong in their culture and empowered through education. Being a part of GO from the formative years of high school allowed me to focus on studies, dream bigger than I initially thought, and ignite a fire of cultural pride within myself, Charlotte explained. I truly believe that without the scholarships I have been fortunate enough to receive from GO, I would not have been able to or had the inspiration to extend myself into a future in medicine.It was during her Year 12 studies that Charlotte made a pivotal decision about her career path. She considered various allied health fields, butCharlotte Ryan, Michael OLoughlin, Lua Pellegrini and Adam Goodesultimately recognised her calling in medicine. I realised that the only career where I could fulfill my academic goals and hopes to give back to the community in the most direct way was through a career in medicine.What sets Charlotte\'s passion apart is her dedication to healthcare delivery in a General Practice (GP) setting. She is inspired by the diversity of issues GPs address and the enduring relationships they build with patients, which forms the foundation of cultural safety and equitable healthcare access. Charlene Davison (CEO), Sarah Scott, Bronte Charles, Charlotte Ryan and I am passionate about all AustraliansMark Heiss (Head of Scholarships)receiving quality healthcare at every level and hopefully, in the future, placing a higher importance onReceiving news that I had been prevention and education to improve health literacy and chances of earlyaccepted to be part of the firstdiagnosis or prevention of disease, Charlotte said.GO intake was absolutely surreal.Charlotte\'s journey with GO begancompletely changedmy life."in the inaugural scholarship intakeItin 2014. Reflecting on the moment she first found out, Charlotte said:Charlotte actively participates inCharlotte\'s journey from high school Receiving news that I had beencultural events, welcoming newto medicine is an important reminder accepted to be part of the first GOscholars and fostering a supportivethat with support and determination, intake was absolutely surreal. Itcommunity. Charlotte also strives todreams can become reality. We are completely changed my life, my futurebe a role model for younger students,incredibly proud of Charlotte and her dreams, and my cultural connectionencouraging them to dream bigdedication and passion for healthcare, from there. and pursue their aspirations withcultural awareness, and community determination. service. 2023 ANNUAL IMPACT REPORT 11'