Supporting National Close the Gap Day

National Close the Gap Day

On 17 March 2022, Adelaide PHN recognised National Close the Gap Day - a day to pledge support for achieving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health equality.

We held an Indigenous inspired morning tea and warmly welcomed Aboriginal Community Advisory Council member, Barunah Alick, who had a yarn with staff, shared stories about growing up as a Torres Strait Islander and the importance of inclusivity. A valuable opportunity to reflect on what else we might be able to do both individually and collectively to close the gap. Aboriginal health is a key priority area for Adelaide PHN. To see how we’re committed to working effectively with Aboriginal people and communities to ensure that the services we commission are culturally safe, appropriate, and respectful, please visit our website or read our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan. Some steps on our reconciliation journey so far include • Development of a terminology policy • Commissioned cultural learning sessions for providers • Development and

implementation of a cultural awareness training strategy for staff • Supported various reconciliation activities • Commenced a compliance audit with our commissioned service providers to ensure they are working toward the 6 actions of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait

Islander Health National Safety and Quality Health Standards To learn more about National Close the Gap Day and see how you can get involved, please visit the ANTaR website.

Image: Adelaide PHN staff and Aboriginal Community Advisory Council member, Barunah Alick.