

No Room for Racism
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In 2020, 22% of Indigenous Australian adults or their families reported being racially discriminated against by doctors, nurses and/or medical staff in the last 12 months.
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First Nations people who experience racism are 2.7 times more likely to report high psychological distress (AIHW, 2023)
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It’s likely almost 50 per cent of the gap in levels of high psychological distress would disappear if we removed racism as a factor (Mayi Kuwayu Study)
Quick Facts

Deadly Anti-Racism Campaigns
Social media can be a deadly platform for First Nations voices, to share experiences of racism and advocate for change. These sites share lived experiences and mobilise support for structural reforms in healthcare and beyond:

Deadly Articles, Sites and Resources
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Racism No Way - Anti-racism education resources for schools and communities
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The Kids Research Institute Australia – talking to your kids about racism
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Don’t read the Comments - Deadly tips for keeping social media safe for mob
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Cultural Respect Framework 2016-2026 – Building a culturally respectful health system
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Meaningful Allyship 365 Days a Year – Solidarity is about working together
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Racism, let’s end it – ANTAR advocacy for justice, rights and respect
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Australian Indigenous Doctors' Association - Resources on racism in healthcare and cultural safety
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Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet - Comprehensive resources on racism as a determinant of health
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Reconciliation Australia's Barometer - Measuring racism and progress towards reconciliation
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The Healing Foundation - Resources on addressing trauma from racism and colonisation
Deadly Supports
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Well Mob – Healing Our Way – Social, emotional and cultural wellbeing online resources for First Nations People
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13YARN (13 92 76) - Crisis support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
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Lifeline Australia (13 11 14) – 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services