aboriginal and Torres Strait island peoples health programs

Question 1

Making sure the program is / evaluation initiatives

Answer 1

culturally appropriate –> provision of resources in multiple languages and in consultation with elders

provision of education –> knowledge increases levels of health

has feedback been provided by program participants –> first hand evidence from people impacts the program

whether the initiative has taken the specific needs of the target group into account

funding has been provided

Question 2

aboriginal and torres strait islander guide to healthy eating

Answer 2

Culturally tailored national guide aimed to promote healthier eating habits amongst these groups.

Question 3

ottawa charter links to ottawa charter

Answer 3

Create supportive environments assists: people throughout their journey to quit smoking

Strengthen community actions: people form the community including family and friends of active smokers participate in the program

Developed personal skills: provides information to callers on how to quit

Question 4

aboriginal Quitline key features

Answer 4

-telephone counselling services

-available in Vic, NSW, QSL

• staff are professionals that deliver information in a culturally approptaie way
• develop a plan
• councils can provide callers with links to local support groups

Question 5

strengths of AGTSIGHE

Answer 5

-references to cultural traditions; foods such as kangaroo. goanna and crab meats

-visual representation -> low literacy levels

Question 6

limitations of AGTSIGHE

Answer 6

guides do not show provisions of composite foods

do not provide information on serving pies or portions -> over/under eat