Overview

In partnership with Ochre and Salt, we invite GPs, nurses, practice managers and practice staff in the Lithgow region to join this three-part self-paced training series.

This course introduces participants to some of the elements that contribute to cultural safety when working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities, specifically in the health and social service space. The course provides targeted and practical information for health professionals. 

Module One is a self-paced e-learning module (1-1.5hrs) that explores the social determinants of health, health and mental health inequality, intergenerational and layered traumas, and the potential impact of these on health outcomes and social and emotional wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Module Two is a self-paced e-learning module (1.5-2hrs) that encourages participants to consider the different elements that contribute to cultural safety (or lack of) in their specific service environments. This includes aspects of the physical environment, reflections on what is expected or accepted in the provision of care (and where these expectations come from for any one of us), and communication considerations. Participants receive practice checklists to assist in the development of their own practice.

Module Three is an interactive session, that will take place in-person (3 hrs). We discuss topics that are central to the support and engagement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples within Primary Care. Topics include discussions about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ diversity, identity and potential barriers and enablers for accessing primary care. 

We will talk about local resources and referral pathways and discuss tips for optimising cultural safety within health care environments.

About the training process

Step 1: Complete the registration from this website. Once registered we will contact you and enrol you into the course which commences on 14 April 2025

Step 2: Complete e-learning by registering for this training, you commit to completing Modules 1 & 2 by 30 April 2025

Step 3: Attend the interactive in person session on 7 May 2025, 6:00pm - 9:00pm at the Maldhan Ngurr Nurra Lithgow Transformation Hub

Audience

GPs, nurses, practice managers, practice staff

Presenter Details

Mitchell Beggs Mowczan is a Wiradjuri Man, born and raised on Darug Country. Mitch is the Aboriginal Health Lead at Wentworth Health Care, and has worked with local communities in various ways, for over 14 years. Mitch is a father and husband and is passionate about improving health care access and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.