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Torres Strait Islander people

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Torres Strait Islanders
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First Peoples
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Position paper

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander evaluations informing policy and practice


This position paper demonstrates that the evidence generated through the evaluation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs is rarely used to inform genuine policy and practice shifts across Australia. The paper calls for a more intentional and accountable approach from policymakers, commissioning bodies and governments. It provides a series of recommendations.
Report

A fair and just future for First Peoples: social justice report 2025


This report considers the exercise and enjoyment of human rights by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, including progress, barriers impeding enjoyment, and approaches required to uphold and protect rights. The report reveals systemic inequality for First Peoples. It includes a Blueprint for a fair and just future for First Peoples and 25 recommendations.
Report

10 truths about reconciliation action plans


This report outlines findings from a survey comparing the workplace experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across environments with and without Reconciliation Action Plans in place. Participants report more positive workplace experiences where Reconciliation Action Plans are in place.
Report

Report 1 – Monitoring the prevalence of racism experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults, 2019–2021

Katherine Thurber, Emily Colonna, Sarah Bourke, Mikala Sedgwick, Raymond Lovett

This report is part of a project monitoring the prevalence of racism experienced by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adult population. The report finds that for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults nationally during 2019–2021 everyday and health care racism were common. These data can inform government action and future policy responses.
Journal article

Healing and trauma services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Kimberley A Jones, Amanda Jones, Helen Kennedy, Nina Levin, Shantai Croisdaleb, Catherine Chamberlain
This review article identifies and describes healing services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people affected by trauma, violence or abuse. Findings provide an evidence-informed framework for designing, delivering and evaluating future services, highlighting the need for Indigenous-led evaluation.