Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) Bulbuwil Healthy Living and partners offer free eye tests for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Free glasses available (single lens and bifocals only).
Mondays, 16 February, 20 April & 15 June
HealthOne Sutherland, 126 Kareena Rd, Miranda
Flyer | Bookings: 9540 8181

AbSec Know Your Rights project and website aim to provide culturally safe, practical, and empowering information to help families understand their rights, advocate for their children, and make informed decisions when navigating the NSW child protection system.
Know Your Rights website

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The report finds that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children continue to be disproportionately represented at all stages of child protection systems across Australia – systems that fail to keep children safe and connected to family, community, and culture.
Key findings | Report
Webinar: Family Matters – What is Working to Keep Our Children Safe, Supported & Strong: Friday, 27 February, 11am-12pm, via MS Teams | Registration

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This paper by Lowitja Institute provides a critical review of current policies focused on racism and health, and examines how well these are addressing the unique and catastrophic impacts that racism has on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children’s health.
Download Policy Position Paper: Racism & the Health & Wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children – the need for targeted policy interventions to protect the health and wellbeing of our future generations | Website

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