The resources provided below are designed to develop further understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, and how to deliver culturally appropriate healthcare.
Assisting healthcare professionals with delivering culturally appropriate care throughout Western Australia.
It is recommended that medical and health professionals undertake cultural awareness and safety training prior to commencing work in rural Western Australia.
Funding may be available for outreach providers who administer Rural Health West outreach programs to support the cost related to cultural training. Contact the Outreach team for further information.
Cultural Wealth Community Health
This publication, developed by Rural Health West, is an introduction to cultural awareness for health professionals working with and caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in Western Australia. In the hope of achieving better health outcomes, the resource raises awareness about mutual respect and cultural understanding which underpins all aspects of the development of strong relationships with Indigenous patients and communities.
The resource is available online, or if you prefer a hard copy of the publication please contact Rural Health West.
Websites
Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies
The AIATSIS Guide helps educators critically evaluate and select curriculum resources to ensure cultural safety, integrity, and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The Clinical Yarning framework developed by WACRH is a patient centered approach designed to improve communication in Aboriginal health care.
Medical Journal of Australia
A collection of Aboriginal health papers.
National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation
Information on the history, philosophy and activities of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Palliative Care Resources.
Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
Aboriginal health and resource list.
Online resources made by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People for health and wellbeing workers.
Books and E-books
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health books.
Government of Western Australia South Metropolitan Health Service, East Metropolitan Health Service
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health books.
The Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists
Indigenous health books and e-books.
Newspapers
Koori Mail
Fortnightly newspaper providing comprehensive and informative stories about Aboriginal issues, community news and programs, employment and sport.
National Indigenous Times
Australia’s most awarded Aboriginal newspaper featuring up-to-date news on politics, sports and art.
Training
Cultural awareness, understanding and reconciliation education.
Australian Indigenous Health InfoNet
A resource that highlights the cultural awareness training courses in all regions of Western Australia.
A cultural awareness program that strengthens cultural capability by deepening understanding of histories, cultures and contemporary experiences.
Indigenous Psychological Services
Offers cultural competency programs.
Kanyirninpa Jukurrpa Cultural Awareness
Cultural awareness program focused on Martu people – their history, culture, society and challenges.
Martu Online Cultural Awareness
The Martu Online Cultural Awareness Program is an initiative by Martu Mining Services aimed at educating individuals about Martu Country and the cultural obligations that govern visits to the region.
Northern Territory Remote Locum Program
A collection of free online eLearning modules.
Three training packages for professionals in the mental health, alcohol and other drugs, and broader human services sectors to develop the knowledge and skills to work in culturally secure ways with Aboriginal people.
Wangaka Maya Pilbara Aboriginal Language Centre
Cultural awareness training to promote greater understanding of Pilbara Aboriginal language, culture and reconciliation.
Western Australian Centre for Rural Health
Offers a free cultural orientation course for health professionals working with Aboriginal people.