Seth Westhead

Seth Westhead (BHSc Nutrition/Physiology, MPH) is a dedicated and proud Father, Husband and Research Fellow with family connections to the Awabakal and Wiradjuri nations of NSW.

Through his research work, Seth strives to better understand how social and cultural determinants drive health and social inequities within society, particularly as it relates to Indigenous peoples. He seeks to better equip communities and young people with tools and evidence for public health advocacy and enable communities to translate health research into meaningful action. Specifically, Seth has expertise in the: 1) understanding and developing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social determinants and well-being frameworks and tools, 2) designing, building and sustaining community and youth-led governance and advisory structures 2), and 3) designing, building, managing and implementing innovative multi-stage advocacy and stakeholder focused research projects.

Prior to his research work, Seth gained 10+ years’ experience as a youth mentor across various government and non-government organisations and programs, focusing on the cultural development and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people.