specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) communities:
- “Strong Heart, Strong Community”
- Focus: Promotes heart health and prevents cardiovascular disease.
- Features: Utilizes culturally significant symbols like the Aboriginal flag and traditional artwork.
- Emphasizes: Importance of traditional foods, physical activity, and regular health check-ups.
- “Stay Smoke-Free, Stay Strong”
- Aim: Aims to reduce smoking rates and promote a smoke-free lifestyle among ATSI individuals.
- Features: Highlights strong community role models and elders who share personal stories of quitting smoking.
- Highlights: The link between smoking cessation, cultural strength, and overall well-being.
- “Deadly Ears, Deadly Kids”
- Focus: Raises awareness about ear health and prevention of hearing loss among children.
- Uses: Engaging visuals, storytelling, and animated characters to deliver important health messages.
- Involves: Local Aboriginal health workers and community members as campaign ambassadors.
- “Strong Body, Strong Mind”
- Focus: Promotes physical activity and mental well-being.
- Showcases: Traditional forms of physical activity such as bushwalking, dancing, and traditional games.
- Emphasizes: The connection between physical activity, mental resilience, and cultural identity.
- “Healthy Futures, Healthy Families”
- Addresses: The importance of maternal and child health.
- Highlights: Early antenatal care, breastfeeding, nutrition, and regular health check-ups.
- Features: ATSI mothers sharing their experiences, with resources reflecting the cultural diversity of ATSI families.
- “Our Stories, Our Health”
- Aim: Increases awareness and understanding of common health issues within ATSI communities.
- Uses: Storytelling with community members sharing personal journeys and experiences with specific health conditions.
- Encourages: Early intervention, regular health screenings, and seeking help from culturally appropriate healthcare services.