First Nations Health

Description

An exploration of the history of invasion and colonisation of Australia and current relevant health policy. Health promotion for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be considered from a strengths based approach along with the impacts of positive partnerships between them and nonindigenous healthcare care providers. Analysis of the role of registered nurses both from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-indigenous perspective will be undertaken as part of the subject. Cultural safety will be explored and applied. Topics include: - Cultural Safety/Racism/White Privilege - Social-reflexivity/Communication - Impact of Colonisation - Diversity/Health Approches - Professional and Community Partnerships -Clinical practice/service delivery/achieving culturally safe health care systems