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On July 3, 2008 Central Australian Aboriginal Congress Male Health Summit was held in Alice Springs. Four hundred Aboriginal men from across Australia gathered to discuss the health of themselves, their families and their communities. In an emotional and groundbreaking statement the men formally apologised "for the hurt, pain and suffering caused by Aboriginal males to our wives, to our children, to our mothers, to our grandmothers, to our granddaughters, to our aunties, to our nieces and to our sisters." The men also acknowledged that "we need the love and support of our Aboriginal women to help us move forward.” The full statement of apology and a speech by John Liddle, Male Health Manager for CRCAH Partner, the Central Australian Aboriginal Congress. (loaded 07.07.08)

CRCAH Bulletin - 21 July 2008

A fortnightly bulletin distributed by the Cooperative Research Centre for Aboriginal Health through our partners - this edition has information on events, courses, funding sources, publications and other activities.  Download bulletin. (loaded 22.7.08)

Black Health Challenge Issued - Canberra Times

Last week the Federal Government announced the formation of the National Indigenous Health Equality Council. Chairing the council which will monitor and improve Indigenous health will be Professor Ian Anderson, Research Director of the CRC for Aboriginal Health.

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Indigenous Health Council Announced

Aboriginal health expert Professor Ian Anderson (CRCAH Research Director) is to head a new government panel with the role of monitoring and improving Indigenous life expectancy. Read More
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James Cook University are now taking registration for the Empowerment Research Program in Townsville Registration Closes August 1, 2008 course commences August 11, 2008

The aim of the Empowerment Research Program is to explore the role and contribution that concepts of empowerment and control can make towards better understanding and addressing the social determinants of Indigenous Australian health and wellbeing.

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James Cook University are looking for expressions of interest in Certificate II In Family Wellbeing

The Certificate II in Family Wellbeing will enable participants through reference to their personal histories develop the knowledge and skills required to assist themselves, their families and their communities to fi nd positive solutions to the particular problems that they and their communities may face. View Flier [pdf]
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Editorial by Mick Gooda CRCAH CEO

The fourteenth edition of Gwalwa-Gai features an editorial from Mick Gooda, CEO of the CRC for Aboriginal Health. With the current CRCAH coming towards the end of its funding cycle, the organisation is looking forward to the future and has plans underway to establish a permanent Aboriginal controlled successor to the CRCAH. (loaded 06.06.08)

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Holding Men – Kanyirninpa and the health of Aboriginal men Book Launch

A new book which offers insights into the culture, lives and health of Western Desert Aboriginal men was launched in Broome on 27 June. Holding Men – Kanyirninpa and the health of Aboriginal men, by Jesuit priest and medical anthropologist Brian McCoy explores how Aboriginal men of the Kimberly Western Desert understand their lives, their health and their culture.  View Media Releas (loaded 26.06.08)

Creating Futures: Research, Practice & Policy for Indigenous, Rural & Remote and Island Peoples.

When: 22 - 25 September, 2008
Where: Cairns International Hotel
Who: The Centre for Rural and Remote Health Queensland and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists

For researchers, policy-makers and practitioners working in the field of population mental health the challenge is no longer to simply identify the social determinants of health status and inequalities, but to identify the preconditions and determinants of positive change. Click here for more information and registration [pdf]

The Rio Tinto Child Health Partnership

This innovative collaboration brought together the research expertise of Kulunga Research Network. This ambitious partnership aimed to deliver improvements in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander maternal and child health by translating research findings into policies and health promotion programs that make a real difference to Indigenous communities. To view the newsletter click here
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RANZCOG 2008 Australian Indigenous Women’s Health Meeting

14-16 August 2008, Darwin

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) is convening an Indigenous women’s health meeting, with the aim of bringing together health professionals across the country with the common interest and desire to improve the health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. Read More

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