Aboriginal Health Promotion

Now in its fifth edition, this book is a data bank for information on available indigenous health promotion resources. It lists the contact details for a large number of organisations concerened with all aspects of indigenous health care.

How should we invest precious health resources? At a time when chronic illness is increasing, inequality persists and climate change is starting to impact our health, how can health promotion improve health outcomes across the whole population? Health Promotion in the 21st Century offers a systematic introduction to the principles of health promotion today, and effective planning, implementation and evaluation. The authors review the global, regional and local issues that affect health in Australia, and show how social, economic, political and educational elements in society contribute to population health and wellbeing. Throughout, the authors emphasise that health promotion needs multiple solutions, and that health professionals should seek out strategic opportunities and partnerships. They consider the issues facing vulnerable groups - such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those with mental health issues, and the aged - and suggest a variety of innovative tools for working with particular populations. They also focus on strategies to ensure programs remain vibrant and sustainable in the longer term. With case studies and activities in each chapter, Health Promotion in the 21st Century is an essential resource for anyone seeking to build a career in health promotion.

"Today, there are many resources being developed for and by Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander people, but the challenge is to know what they are and where to find them. Valuable resources can be lost due to health workers not knowing how to access them - this Guide gathers that information in one place. Our primary aim in compiling this resource is to help build and support the capacity of health workers."- Page 1.

Brings together details of how to obtain health promotion material produced for and by indigenous health workers throughout Australia.