Today VACCHO is waving the Torres Strait Island flag high!

Every 29 May is Torres Strait Islander Flag Day, a time to honour the cultural heritage, resilience, and contributions of Torres Strait Islander people.

VACCHO is hiring!

Applications closing Sunday 2 June 2024.

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***Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are strongly encouraged to apply for all positions***

#VACCHO #Jobs #VacancyAlert #JobOpportunity #AboriginalHealth

VACCHO CEO Aunty Jill Gallagher is speaking at the Yoorrook Justice Commission around 1pm today.

She'll discuss the Victorian healthcare system’s failure to care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. And so much more.

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National Sorry Day 🖤💛❤️
Today, we reflect on one of the most tragic, damaging chapters of Australia’s history. To those of the Stolen Generations, their families and Communities – we acknowledge and honour your enduring strength, courage and resilience. Today, and every day.

VACCHO welcomes Victoria Police's apology and now it's time for action.

It's crucial for Victoria Police to establish a clear plan to prevent further harm to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

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#VACCHO #PoliceApology

Today, Chief Commissioner of Police Shane Patton is apologising on behalf of Victoria Police for its role in the removal of Aboriginal children of the Stolen Generations from their families and communities.

Watch live here: buff.ly/4ay69uv

#VictoriaPolice #Apology

Did you know that in the early days of settlement, Aboriginal people needed government permission to make large purchases?

Aunty Jill Gallagher AO spoke with Channel 9 about just that.

It’s time to fix this damage. It’s time to support Treaty.

#BTS #Channel9 #Treaty #VACCHO

VACCHO's response to the Federal Budget 2024.

#VACCHO #LatestNews #FederalBudget #AboriginalHealth

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VACCHO recently hosted the 3rd Statewide GP Gathering on Gunditjmara Country, bringing together GPs who work at ACCHOs across Victoria and provided a platform for cultural immersion, clinical education, peer networking, and professional growth.

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Did you know that in the early days of settlement, it was forbidden for Mob to practice Culture?

Aunty Jill Gallagher AO spoke with Channel 9 about just that.

Treaty is a chance to celebrate, honour and respect Aboriginal Culture. Support Treaty!

#BTS #Channel9 #VACCHO

VACCHO acknowledges Vic Gov’s focus on families in the 2024-25 Budget. However, today’s budget falls short of the commitment needed to support ACCOs who champion Aboriginal culture to keep families strong.

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#VicBudget #SpringSt #AboriginalFamilies

VACCHO is proud to launch a special Men’s possum skin cloak in a groundbreaking initiative aimed at supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cancer patients on their healing journey.

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#VACCHO #LatestNews #PossumSkinCloak

Did you know it was illegal for Aboriginal people to buy land? Unsurprisingly, that made it hard for Mob to generate wealth across generations.

Aunty Jill Gallagher AO spoke with Channel 9 about just that.

It’s time to fix this damage. It’s time to support Treaty.
#BTS #VACCHO

CONTENT WARNING: VACCHO advises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people that this post and article refers to those who have returned to the Dreaming.

CORONIAL INQUEST INTO PASSING OF HEATHER CALGARET COMMENCES.

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VACCHO Acting CEO and proud Gumbaynggirr man Jim O’Shea submitted evidence at the Parliament of Victoria’s inquiry into vaping and tobacco controls in Melbourne today.

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#VACCHO #LatestNews #VapingControls #TobaccoControls

AHPRA-registered Aboriginal Health Practitioners (AHPs) can now give Mob their shots. This comes after 15 years of advocacy and lobbying by AHPs, Elders and ACCOs. About time, we say! Read all about the change – and our newest graduates – here bit.ly/3JzvBoj #VACCHO

'Medically supervised safe injection rooms save lives.
The decision to not open a second MSIR in the Melbourne CBD, goes against an abundance of compelling evidence, and expert advice - Sheree Lowe Executive Director Balit Durn Durn Centre

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