About us

Introduction

LiverWELL incorporating Hepatitis Victoria is the peak not-for-profit community organisation working across the state for people affected by or at risk of viral hepatitis and liver disease.

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Our People

LiverWELL board of directors are made up of individuals who have the skills and experience to help us achieve the organisation’s vision.

Our Strategic Plan

Our strategic plan provides the framework for an exciting period of growth and improvement. In order to reach this destination, in addition to our core programs and initiatives, we will develop and implement new initiatives along the following pathways.

Publications

We produce publications to inform our community on viral hepatitis and liver health, including: Good Liver Magazine and regular e-news sent to your inbox, podcasts and Annual Reports.

1993:

Called Hepatitis C Foundation of Victoria.

1995:

First edition of Good Liver magazine produced.

1996:

Commenced telephone support.

1997:

Campaign for elimination of hepatitis C discrimination.

Awareness Week launched at Treasury Gardens.

Founding member of Hepatitis C Council of Australia.

Changed name to Hepatitis C Council of Victoria.

1998:

Commenced work in prisons and schools.

Digital presence commenced with a new website.

2002:

Victorian Hepatitis C Strategy 2002-2004 released.

2003:

Partnership with Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation.

Member of consortium to create the Multicultural Health and Support Service.

2005:

Part of first national Hepatitis Awareness Week.

2007-2008:

Name changed to Hepatitis C Victoria.

2013-2014:

Adoption of Participation Framework, for public speakers, HEPHeroes and Advocates.

2016-2017:

Launch of Victorian Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C Strategies 2016-2020

2017-2018:

Diverse communities and the hepatitis challenge event with Ethnic Communities’ Council

2017-2021:

Strategic Plan encompasses a broader liver health remit.
The Hepatitis Victoria brand transitions to LiverWELL in recognition of this commitment.

LiverWELL, trading as Hepatitis Victoria is the peak community organisation working across the state for people affected by, or at risk of, liver disease and viral hepatitis.

LiverWELL acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community.

We welcome people from all cultures, nationalities and religions. Being inclusive and providing equitable services is our commitment.

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LiverWELL incorporating Hepatitis Victoria is the peak not-for-profit community organisation working across the state for people affected by or at risk of viral hepatitis and liver disease.

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