National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Plan 2021 – 2031 [Accessible Version] 0 Title: National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Plan 2021–2031 Publications Number: DT0002195 Copyright © 2021 Commonwealth of Australia as represented by the Department of Health This work is copyright. You may copy, print, download, display and reproduce the whole or part of this work in unaltered form for your own personal use or, if you are part of an organisation, for internal use within your organisation, but only if you or your organisation: do not use the copy or reproduction for any commercial purpose; and retain this copyright notice and all disclaimer notices as part of that copy or reproduction. Apart from rights as permitted by the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth) or allowed by this copyright notice, all other rights are reserved, including (but not limited to) all commercial rights. Requests and inquiries concerning reproduction and other rights to use are to be sent to the Communication Branch, Department of Health, GPO Box 9848, Canberra ACT 2601, or via e-mail to [email protected] Health Plan Artwork Artwork created by Tarni O’Shea (South Sea Islands / Butchulla) and Gilimbaa. Gilimbaa is a 100 per cent Indigenous owned, full-service creative agency specialising in Indigenous communication through the education, preservation and celebration of culture and community. Artwork story: For thousands of years, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have looked to the stars for navigation and storytelling. The darkest parts of our night sky are full of the brightest stars, and just like the stars in the sky, we are all in this story. Always present, we acknowledge the past and the knowledge that has guided us here today. This artwork is our collective story. At the heart of our star are cultural determinants and social determinants, which are central to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. When these are embedded, they flow through healthy individuals, families and communities. The large circle surrounding this community represents each stage of life. Supporting the health and wellbeing of our star is a shared responsibility of all departments, organisations and community services. Through building relationships with truth, respect, trust and understanding, we develop stronger partnerships. When we are all aligned and working together, the star is ignited, creating a vibrant glow. The vibrant and shining star becomes our purpose. When we work together with shared knowledge and support, the star shines bright, illuminating the way forward through leadership and decisionmaking. When the star is at its most vibrant, our communities are healthy, connected and supported, enabling all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to enjoy long and healthy lives. Content s Recognition statement...............................................................................................................2 A message from the Minister(s).................................................................................................4 A message from the Implementation Plan Advisory Group and the Health Plan Working Group..........................................................................................5 The Health Plan....................................................................................................................7 Health Plan Framework..............................................................................................................8 A plan for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people......................................................10 Roles and responsibilities.........................................................................................................11 Implementation partners.........................................................................................................15 Overarching policy...................................................................................................................21 Health Plan vision.....................................................................................................................23 Foundations for a healthy life..................................................................................................23 Priorities.................................................................................................................