Statement on 26th January

To stand in solidarity with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we must also stand with them in their grief. Better Health Network recognises 26 January as a day of mourning and reflection.

This day marks the start of colonisation in Australia and the ongoing dispossession, discrimination and violence against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people that continues to impact connection to land, culture, community and health today.

It is not an appropriate or inclusive day to celebrate our national identity. Our role as a community health service is to advocate for the communities we work for and to help them overcome health inequity. We are committed to reconciliation and continuing to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to best support their health and wellbeing.

 

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