Reflections Information

Established in 2015, Reflections is a not-for-profit reducing the impact of asbestos on the community and bringing hope to those affected. Our focus areas are supporting and connecting fellow sufferers of asbestos-related disease, increasing awareness of the ongoing risks of asbestos in our community, and promoting research into better treatment outcomes for mesothelioma sufferers. On average, one person dies every 12 hours in Australia from mesothelioma and an estimated 4,000 people annually from the effects of asbestos. As we experience a 3rd wave of sufferers, including home renovators (DIY) and tradies, ongoing community awareness is crucial. Reflections, in partnership with the building and construction industry, is actively increasing awareness through events such as Steeltoes & Stilettos along with advocacy for improved apprentice asbestos awareness training. With the typical age of first exposure being 23 years of age, training and education to those most at risk is essential. We are proud to have the support of building industry leaders such as Master Builders Executive Director, John Gelavis and Managing Director ABN Group, Dale Alcock. We are privileged to have a dedicated team of people who share our vision and passion to (in the words of our Patron, Professor Lyn Beazley) “…make this cruel disease a thing of our past and not our future.” We look forward to a time when the work we do is no longer needed – “Lives untouched by Asbestos” – in the meantime, we appreciate your support as we continue to reduce the impact of asbestos on the community. We invite you to contribute financially to our work and encourage you to dedicate your donation to someone and/or to specify an area you would like the funds to be used – support, awareness, research. All donations $2 and over are tax-deductible. If you would like to align your company with Reflections, contact us to enquire about corporate sponsorship. Thank you for your support.