Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders are invited to have their say about ways to strengthen cultural safety and address racism in Australian hospital systems.
Between now and September 2026, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care will be reaching out across the country to listen, learn, and discuss options for strengthening cultural safety in hospital care.
We are seeking input from people and organisations with knowledge, experience or expertise in cultural safety, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, hospital care, health system reform, lived experience, workforce practice, governance, accountability, standards, accreditation, measurement or service delivery.
To ensure we hear from a diverse range of people and organisations, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, we are starting with an Expression of Interest (EOI) process to help us understand the best ways to connect, share information and yarn.
Complete the Expression of Interest form now to express your interest in being part of the conversation.
The EOI is not the consultation itself. It is a short form that will help us understand:
• Your or your organisation’s interest in cultural safety in hospitals
• Your perspectives, knowledge, experience or expertise
• Your availability to participate (time zones, weekdays, evenings, etc.)
• How you would like to engage (virtual, in writing, small groups etc.)
• Whether you are representing an organisation or sharing personal experiences
• Any cultural, accessibility, technology or practical considerations we should consider to ensure voice equity
• Whether you would also like information about other related engagement opportunities, including for example the separate National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards (third edition) consultations.
The EOI will close on 30 July 2026. A reminder will be sent one week before the closing date.
Please feel free to share this opportunity with your networks.
If you would prefer to yarn with us another way, or if you have any questions, please contact: FirstNationsHealth@safetyandquality.gov.au
Your voice, experience and knowledge can help shape what needs to change, so hospital care is safer, more accountable, and more culturally responsive for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
More information: Visit safetyandquality.gov.au/FirstNations or email FirstNationsHealth@safetyandquality.gov.au
