Publications
Aboriginal Cultural Security
Cultural Security is a commitment to the principle that the construct and provision of services offered by the health system will not compromise the legitimate cultural rights, views, values and expectations of Aboriginal people. It is a recognition, appreciation and response to the impact of cultural diversity on the utilisation and provision of effective clinical care, public health and health systems administration.
Building Solid Families
BSF provides a comprehensive information and support service to coordinate mental health, social and emotional well-being for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities.
Cultural Respect Framework for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health 2004 – 2009
The Cultural Respect Framework has been developed as a guiding principle in policy construction and service delivery to strengthen relationships between the health care system and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Employment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Our business plan for 2008 – 2013 directly focuses on increasing Aboriginal employment in public hospitals and community health services.
Health Measures 2005 - A report on the health of the people of Western Australia
Health Measures 2005 is the Department's flagship statistical publication, which presents a comprehensive array of health measures and factors that affect demand and supply of health interventions and services.
Maps
Maps illustrating Aboriginal Communities of Western Australia are available from the Department of Indigenous Affairs, Maps webpage.
Men's Health
We are committed to advancing Aboriginal men's health in WA. We want to help all Aboriginal men lead better and longer lives.
National Strategic Framework for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
- OATSIH Publications and Resources index page (external link)
Reconciliation Action Plan
We are developing a health system that respects the views, beliefs, rights, and customs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It is based on our shared values of respect, acceptance, honesty, openness, patience, trust and good faith.
Regional Plans
- Strategic Plan for Mid-West Region (Gascoyne) (PDF 670KB)
- Goldfields Aboriginal Health Plan (PDF 2.2MB)
- Ngaanyatjarra Lands Aboriginal Health Priorities (Central Desert / Goldfields) (PDF 251KB)
- Pilbara Regional Aboriginal Health Plan (PDF 427KB)
- Nyoongar Health Plan (South-West) (PDF 2.1MB)
- Kimberley (PDF 1.57MB)
Western Australian Aboriginal Health Strategy (2000)
The Western Australian Aboriginal Health Strategy (WAAHS) has been developed by the WA Joint Planning Forum on Aboriginal Health as a shared agenda to improve the health of Aboriginal people in Western Australia
Western Australian Aboriginal Primary Care Action (2007)
The WA Aboriginal Primary Care Action Plan gives service providers and communities a statewide vision for Aboriginal primary care.
Western Australian Health Impact Statement and Guidelines
This statement seeks to ensure that the diverse health needs of Aboriginal people are respected and supported.
Youth Health Action Plan
Our goals and strategies to improve the health of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Youth Suicide Recommendations / Programs Policy
This publication sets out recommended policy and programs for preventing suicide and suicidal behaviour among Aboriginal youth in Western Australia.
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