Health Innovation Network, England

Aurora is a Lived Experience Partner at the Health Innovation Network South London (HIN) with 19 years’ background in finance, HR, and governance development. She has dedicated the last 7 years to working across the health and social care sector, contributing her expertise. Holding a Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Primary Care Management, Aurora brings a wealth of knowledge to her role. With a passion for fostering collaboration, Aurora has engaged in a wide variety of involvement and coproduction activities and connected with nearly 90 national stakeholders since 2021. She has collaborated with different academic, research, and NHS organisations, showcasing her commitment to building meaningful partnerships. At the HIN, Aurora actively advises staff on the design and implementation of involvement activities. Her involvement in diverse projects, such as an experience-based co-design (EBCD) initiative addressing chronic pain management and contributing to the Innovation for Healthcare Inequalities Programme (InHIP), showcases her dedication to creating positive change. Additionally, her impact extends beyond her current position, as she previously played a key role in supporting the development of the HIN Involvement Strategy.