About our council
Our members are connected leaders and influencers of the research agenda nationally and globally for ME/CFS. We connect people with a passion for further understanding of ME/CFS through research and the translation of robust findings to healthcare practice and consumer self-management for improved quality of life.
Who we are
Our diverse membership represents researchers, citizens, consumers, carers, healthcare practitioners, service delivery leaders, educators, policy makers and others; all with a special interest in quality research in ME/CFS including translation of research findings into healthcare delivery and care services.
Our Values
The NAAC values are shared understanding, respect, transparency and commitment.
In addition to supporting the scientific research agenda in ME/CFS, NAAC promotes integrity and ethical standards in research to deliver meaningful benefits to those living with ME/CFS and to the public.
Our Mission
To provide a reference point for patients, consumers health practitioners and researchers to find up to date information on ME/CFS research.
To provide a robust communication and collaboration platform between researchers, consumers, carers, healthcare practitioners, service delivery leaders, educators and policy makers in state and federal governments to enable relevant and high quality translatable research to deliver outcomes of value to consumers and carers and governments.
NAAC aims are:
• To facilitate a collaborative culture and encourage the best outcomes in ME/CFS research.
• To identify ME/CFS research priorities that will deliver benefits to consumers,
• To champion the translation of quality research into health and social policy,
• To build the capability of consumers and researchers to engage in ME/CFS research,
• To give consumers a voice in ME/CFS research,
• To support the engagement of clinicians through research,
• To lead and influence the progression of ME/CFS research innovation and discovery.