Yardhura Walani

A big thanks to all who attended the first ever Yardhura Walani Annual Oration last night. The Centre’s teams are grateful for the ongoing support for our work. Aunty Pat’s oration was a powerful reminder of the journey that we are all a part of. We are thankful for Aunty Pat and those who have dedicated their lives to better health and wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, through community-led research. Tamara and Louise’s presentation on cervical cancer elimination and Chris and Koorinya’s presentation on Indigenous sovereign data infrastructure were examples of what the efforts of leaders across generations have afforded us. You inspire us to continue the fight. Thank you MC extraordinaire, Romlie Mokak and to you Aunty Pat for teaming up to make it a really special night. Please enjoy the attached photos. We’ll have more to share about the night over the coming days. #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderResearch #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderHealth #IndigenousExcellence #ResearchImpact #HealthEquity #StrengthInCulture #CommunityResearch #PolicyImpact #CanberraEvents

We are pleased to share that Yardhura Walani Research Fellow Dr Ben Harrap has won the National Centre for Epidemiology and population health Early Career Researcher Travel Grant. The grant will support Ben in travelling to the Australian Statistical Conference, where they will present on the statistical methodology used to translate responses from Mayi Kuwayu Study participants into national-level estimates, such as the proportion of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples speaking or learning language. This achievement is a testament of Ben’s dedication and brilliance and we look forward to their presentation and sharing of Conference insights. Grant support of this nature enables early career researchers to connect with their peers, showcase their innovation and bring back knowledge that strengthens all our work. Congratulations Ben! #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderResearch #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderHealth #ResearchImpact #HealthEquity #Conferences #Awards

We are very excited to be hosting the Yardhura Walani Annual Oration on Wednesday 26 November, at 5.30pm. The Oration explores the journey to today for generations of research leaders, and the night celebrates the impact of staying the course together, in responding to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices in policy and practice. It is catered event. Register at https://lnkd.in/g-KD5krM for one of the last seats remaining. #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderResearch #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderHealth #IndigenousExcellence #ResearchImpact #HealthEquity #StrengthInCulture #CommunityResearch #PolicyImpact #CanberraEvents

Following the World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day, we would like to share a publication by Ms Ami Morseu-Diop (Kemer Kemer Meriam, Kulkalgal) from the Yardhura Walani Cervical Cancer Elimination Team. This qualitative study captures the voices of immunisation providers and school staff who provide or facilitate HPV vaccination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adolescents across Queensland. The study identifies what is working, what can be improved and what more can be done to ensure Mob can access the HPV vaccine. Read the open-access article here - https://lnkd.in/gatPed4A #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderResearch #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderHealth #CervicalCancerElimination #CancerScreening #CancerAwareness #ScreeningSavesLives

HPV is common, but cancer doesn’t have to be. The Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common virus that can lead to cervical cancer and cancer of the throat or the genitals. The HPV vaccine protects against most cervical cancers. For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, increasing uptake of the vaccine is a critical step towards health equity. The one-dose vaccine is free for all children aged about 12-13 through state and territory School Based Immunisation Programs. By vaccinating our bubs early, we protect them for life and give them a healthy future. The HPV vaccine is also available for free until the age of 25 through your preferred health service. Ask at your health service for more information. Learn more about the vaccine in the video below: https://lnkd.in/gwM__XZA #CervicalCancerElimination #CancerScreening #CancerAwareness #ScreeningSavesLives #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderResearch #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderHealth

In light of the World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day, we would like to share resources developed by NACCHO Australia, featuring our very own PhD Candidate Khwanruethai Ngampromwongse Screening is a powerful tool. And now you can choose how you want to screen. You can either have a doctor or a nurse take a sample, or you can do the test yourself. Unsure about what to do? Talk to your doctor or healthcare provider today. Resources like the Own It Campaign are culturally safe and have been developed in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We honour the leadership of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health organisations in driving change, advocating for equity, and creating tools that speak directly to community needs. For more information, visit https://ownit.org.au/ #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderResearch #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderHealth #CervicalCancerElimination #CancerScreening #CancerAwareness #ScreeningSavesLives

Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers. Yet, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities continue to experience disproportionately higher rates of illness and mortality with cervical cancer. In our lifetime, we can eliminate cervical cancer. Self-collection is a game-changer. It gives you more privacy, more control and comfort, and is just as accurate as the samples collected by your doctor. If you haven’t already, now is a good time to book an appointment with your healthcare provider to talk about cervical screening. #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderResearch #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderHealth #CervicalCancerElimination #CancerScreening #CancerAwareness #ScreeningSavesLives

What does it mean to centre Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices? What does health look like when it is led by the people its meant to serve? Pat Anderson AO has built a career advocating for the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are honoured to have Ms Anderson deliver the inaugural Yardhura Walani Annual Oration. This oration is an opportunity to reflect on the leadership that has driven positive outcomes across the health landscape for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Ms Anderson’s wisdom will challenge, inspire and call us into deeper accountability in the way we work, research and care. 📅Wednesday 26 November, 5.30pm 📌Kambri Cinema, Lowitja O'Donoghue Cultural Centre 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g-KD5krM We hope you can join us for this important event. #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderResearch #AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderHealth #IndigenousExcellence #ResearchImpact #HealthEquity #StrengthInCulture #CommunityResearch #PolicyImpact #EquityInHealthcare #HealthcareReform #HealthForAll #CommunityStrong #CanberraEvents #EventsInCanberra #HealthEvents