the ability to do well in school

family breakdown 

poverty

the conditions in which we: are born, live, grow and work

good diet and physical exercise

housing, employment and education

smoking, alcohol and illicit drugs

regular dental and doctor check ups

was adopted by the General Assembly of the United Nations in September 1967

only applies to Native American peoples

was adopted by the Australian Government in 2009

provides cultural safety advice for healthcare professionals

Aboriginal people have high rates of morbidity

Aboriginal people have higher rates of diabetes

Aboriginal people have earlier mortality

Health services need to provide better access for Aboriginal people

Reduce stereotyping and focus on the health system providing good access

Get people to look at their weak points and make these stronger

Focus on healthcare professionals strengthening their skills

Involve people getting physically stronger

When equality is reached

When everyone gets the supports they need

When causes of inequity are removed

When everyone benefits from the same supports

Effective and safe communication

Having in-depth knowledge about Aboriginal culture

Comprehensive care

Creating welcoming environments

The client feeling safe during care, focuses on healthcare professionals showing respect and humility

Healthcare professionals feeling safe around people of various cultures

The client feeling safe during care and the healthcare professional has great understanding about the client's culture

Being aware of cultural issues