Ronald Briggs

Ron is a proud descendant of the Yorta Yorta, Gundidjimara and Wurundjeri nations in Victoria. He was raised in Melbourne and is now semi-retired in Shepparton with his family.

Ron joined the Ngwala Board of Directors in 2019. Ron served as the Ngwala Treasurer from 2019 to 2020 and now sits on the Finance, Risk and Audit Committee (FRAC) and is also a member on the Risk Review Committee. He continues to serve on the Board and was elevated to Vice-Chairperson in 2022.

Ron also holds the position of Board Member for the Yorta Yorta Nation and the Victorian Aboriginal Health Service (VAHS).

During his career, Ron also held positions on the boards of Dhelk Dja and Safe Pathways to Healing.

Although semi-retired, Ron remains actively involved in the health and well-being of his people. Ron has considerable experience regarding mental health, well-being and drug and alcohol issues and continues to share his vast knowledge and experience to the benefit of the community and Ngwala.