Diabetes Victoria acknowledges the traditional custodians of our lands and pays respect to their Elders, past and present. We strive to reduce the impact of diabetes on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in Victoria.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Program at Diabetes Victoria:
- Connects Diabetes Victoria into Aboriginal communities
- Raises awareness of diabetes and the NDSS in Aboriginal communities
- Provides education and resources to the Aboriginal health workforce
- Builds partnerships with National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (NACCHOs) and the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO)
You can read more about our program including information on resources, community events, education and training by clicking on the boxes below.
Banner artwork by:
Emma Bamblett – Wemba Wemba
Artwork: Journey, Commitment & Respect
About the NDSS
The National Diabetes Services Scheme is free to join.
Artwork
In 2016 Diabetes Victoria commissioned Emma Bamblett to create an artwork that reflects our respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.
Resources
There are a number of resources available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Videos
We have developed four short videos about diabetes.
Education and training
Programs, community events, information sessions and Feltman for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
Feltman and Feltmum
Feltman is designed to help health professionals explain diabetes in a way that is easy to understand. Feltman can be used with individuals and community groups, as a one-way demonstration or as a two-way interactive workshop.
Contact us
Aboriginal and cultural diversity team
The Aboriginal and cultural diversity team coordinate programs and resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. You can contact us on culturaldiversity@diabetesvic.org.au.
1300 KOORIE (1300 566 743)The Koorie Diabetes Infoline is a telephone information service. |
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