Agenda

Nicole Turner, Chief Executive Officer, Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council of NSW 

• Improving service access and delivery through greater collaboration

• How to foster meaningful consultation and empower communities for place-based care

• Strengthening the ACCHO sector a critical step towards closing the gap on Indigenous health

Nicole Turner, Chief Executive Officer, Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council of NSW

• Managing the tension between compliancy demands and community needs

• Building sustainable revenue streams outside of government funding

• Navigating government funding opportunities whilst maintaining community control and cultural integrity

Vickie Parry, Chief Executive Officer, Barang Regional Alliance

• The importance of training programs to create the relevant pathways to leadership positions for First Nations people

• Improving health equity through enhancing the delivery of high-quality, culturally appropriate care

Sherry Holzapfel, Executive Director, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health

Lauren Williams, Program Manager, First Nations Training Pathways Programs, Metro North Health

• Strategies to support longevity in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers

• Offering professional development and training opportunities for staff attraction and retention

• Ensuring a culturally safe and sensitive environment for Indigenous health workers to thrive

• Weaving Workshop: Connect with culture and each other as you join a weaving circle with your peers

• Guided Walk on Country: Take a breather and re-ground yourself as you go on a guided walk and learn about the histories of your surroundings

• Deep Listening Meditation Workshop: Be guided through a deep listening meditation for healing with Ceed Healing Founder Karen Reys

• Creating Safe Spaces in Sexual Health

• Delivering Culturally Safe Aged Care: How the Elder care program is changing aged care for Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander people living in QLD

Marion Dwyer, Senior Program Officer, Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Council

• How First Nations health clinicians create tangible positive health outcomes for the whole community

• Ensuring community understand the healthcare system and are empowered to make the best choices for themselves and their families

• Closing the gap on Indigenous health outcomes through considered care and patient advocacy

Petina Fry, Senior Physiotherapist, Beaudesert Hospital; Allied Health Workforce Development Officer – Identified, EDAH Eight Mile Plains

• Using a First Nations lens to adopt a healing centered approach

• How the Hoops 4 Health program is providing hope and inspiration for Indigenous youth

• Growing Hoops 4 Health from a grassroots program to supporting over 10,000 young people

Timmy Duggan OAM, Founder, Hoops 4 Health

All attendees will be given some time to speak and discuss with colleagues their main takeaways from the event, the  stories that inspired them and what they aim to put into practice in their work.

Nicole Turner, Chief Executive Officer, Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council of NSW 

Join Dr Brad Murphy as he shares his journey as a Kamilaroi GP and long-time advocate for culturally safe care, calling for health systems to embed Indigenous leadership and self-determination at every level.

Dr Brad Murphy, General Practitioner; Professor of Indigenous Health and Wellbeing, The University of Queensland

• Empowering communities to take control of their health and wellbeing and stay strong in their culture

• Adopting a whole of community approach for place-based solutions

• How our music program doubles as a nutrition and healthy lifestyle initiative

Graham ‘Buzz’ Bidstrup, Chief Executive Officer, Uncle Jimmy Thumps Up!

• Educating remote and regional communities with accessible health resources

• How the Apunipima TIS team are delivering holistic health promotion across the Cape York region

Josh Mene, Tackling Indigenous Smoking Coordinator, Apunipima Cape York Health Council

• Enhancing Staff Competence: Prioritise targeted training and ad-hoc support to empower healthcare staff

• Data Management Excellence: Implement effective strategies to improve service delivery outcomes

• Quality Improvement Initiatives: Foster a culture of continuous quality enhancement to optimise patient care processes

• Digital Health System Advocacy: Advocate for improved digital healthcare initiatives and provide essential support for all services

David Reeve (DrPH), Health Systems Manager, Aboriginal Medical Services Alliance NT (AMSANT)

• Providing a digital evolution strategy to ensure accessible, up to date information for communities across the country

• Fostering communities of practice through a carefully curated social media presence

Professor Bep Uink, Director, HealthinfoNet

• Developing long-term sustainability and wellbeing for communities in the Torres Strait region

• Regional challenges to food security and sustainable horticulture

• Promoting both Traditional and modern horticulture practices

George Saveka, Natural Resource Management Officer – Sustainable Horticulture, Torres Strait Regional Authority

• Weaving Workshop: Connect with culture and each other as you join a weaving circle with your peers

• Guided Walk on Country: Take a breather and re-ground yourself as you go on a guided walk and learn about the histories of your surroundings

• Deep Listening Meditation Workshop: Be guided through a deep listening meditation for healing with Ceed Healing Founder Karen Reys

• Creating Safe Spaces in Sexual Health

• Delivering Culturally Safe Aged Care: How the Elder care program is changing aged care for Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander people living in QLD

Marion Dwyer, Senior Program Officer, Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Council

• How Miwatj community workers use cultural knowledge to heal and take care of community

• Understanding the importance of culture in all aspects of health and wellbeing

Bronwyn Munyarryun, Community Health Worker, Traditional Healer, Miwatj

Renelle Gondarra, Community Health Worker, Miwatj

Sarah Lance, Culture Care Connect Coordinator, Social Worker, Miwatj