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Dame Esther Rantzen is a veteran broadcaster and founder of Childline, currently campaigning for assisted dying legislation.
Dr Sylvia Kama-Kieghe is a GP and Vice President of Membership and Workforce at the College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare.
Florence Pugh is an English actress known for her roles in films and her performance in 'Fighting With My Family'.
Professor Danielle Mazza is an academic from Monash University involved in healthcare management.
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