Neurodevelopment Network - Lunch & Learn NZ Series
Critical Perspectives on Chronic Illness and Cure Narratives: Insights for Allied Health Professionals
Guest Speaker: Amy Hogan, Researcher and Member Support Advisor, Cerebral Palsy Society of New Zealand
12pm - 12.30pm | Tuesday 11 February, 2025 | Hosted on Zoom
In this session, Amy Hogan, Researcher and Member Support Advisor from the Cerebral Palsy Society will provide an overview of her Master's thesis, which critically examines the constructions of chronic illness and cure narratives. The focus will be on identifying potential teachable elements for allied health professionals from a critical health perspective.
This will be followed by a knowledge translation session in March.
Amy Hogan is based in Auckland, New Zealand, with 20 years of experience in disability research, advocacy, and policy development, with a focus on health and social justice. She lives with cerebral palsy (CP) and has worked for the Cerebral Palsy Society of New Zealand, contributing to research, policy, advocacy, and system change. Amy holds a Master’s in Psychology (First Class Honours), with a thesis on the language construction of treatments and cures for chronic conditions. She also has experience as a lecturer, panellist, and keynote speaker for diverse audiences, including government, academics, and policy advisers.
In 2025, Amy will hold leadership roles, including co-chair of the Australian and New Zealand Cerebral Palsy Strategy, co-chair of Access Matters Aotearoa, board member of the Australasian Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine, and a member of the Auckland Council Disability Panel. She is now focused on leveraging her unique personal and professional experience for international collaboration and strategic advocacy.
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