Tammy Wallace is a proud Jirrbal woman from Far North Queensland. Her grandmother, Maisie (Yarrcali) Barlow, gifted her the traditional name Mahjah, meaning Lore Giver. Tammy holds this name with deep pride. It reflects her role in honouring the wisdom of her ancestors while shaping the future for First Nations children and families.

She brings culture, heart, and lived experience into every space she enters. Her work is shaped by a long-standing commitment to cultural humility and trauma-informed care. Tammy is a mother, a partner, an occupational therapist, and a strong advocate for healing that respects culture.