Walking Together, Learning Together: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Competency for Health Professionals

Learning Outcomes

• Discuss and respond to Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander history, with reference to culture, local
  history and socioeconomic factors that impact health outcomes.
• Describe and define the terms ‘cultural awareness’, ‘cultural competency’ and ‘cultural safety’ and
  identify key differences.
• Identify barriers and enablers to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people accessing mainstream
  health services.
• Interpret specific programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander patients in primary care.
• Demonstrate and discuss quality improvements that can be implemented in your workplace to create a
  culturally safe place.

Speakers

• Gordon Browning: Coordinator, Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Health, PHN
• Juanita O’Rourke: Primary Health Care Officer, PHN

Register online by Thursday 26 August 2021.