The Voice to Parliament

The RACGP supports the Voice to Parliament because of the positive health and wellbeing outcomes of self-determination.

The RACGP supports the Voice to Parliament because of the positive health and wellbeing outcomes of self-determination.

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The RACGP supports the establishment of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament in the Australian Constitution.

While we recognise and respect differing views among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous communities on the Voice, we know that positive outcomes are achieved when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have a say in matters that affect them.

What is the Voice to Parliament?

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice is a way for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to have a say and advise the Government about laws and policies that affect them.

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Our position

The College has long been committed to improving the health inequities of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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The Voice and health outcomes

Interviews, documentaries and presentations which provide valuable insight into the positive health outcomes and benefits of giving a voice to community driven solutions.

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Need support?

Mental health and wellbeing resources, information and tools to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the lead up to the referendum.

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Dr Karen Nicholls

‘Research clearly shows the links between constitutional recognition and improved health outcomes. It makes recognition in health legislation easier, which leads to greater involvement in health policy making and service delivery’.

Dr Karen Nicholls,
Chair National Faculty of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health, RACGP

Dr Nicole Higgins

‘The RACGP’s position on the Voice builds on our previous advocacy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ health, including our endorsement of the Uluru Statement from the Heart recommendations, and our commitment to close the gap in health inequality’.

Dr Nicole Higgins,
President Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

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