Consumers Health Forum of Australia

Consumers Health Forum of Australia We are the national peak body representing the interests of Australian healthcare consumers.

We work to achieve safe, quality, timely healthcare for all Australians, supported by accessible health information and systems. We do this by:

-advocating for appropriate and equitable healthcare

- undertaking consumer-based research and developing a strong consumer knowledge base

- identifying key issues in safety and quality of health services for consumers

- raising the health literacy of

consumers, health professionals and stakeholders

- providing a strong national voice for health consumers and supporting consumer participation in health policy and program decision making

Last chance to join CHF for the Board Information webinar taking place Thursday at 2PM (AEST). For anyone interested in ...
27/05/2026

Last chance to join CHF for the Board Information webinar taking place Thursday at 2PM (AEST). For anyone interested in learning more about the CHF Board, register below.

With nominations opening in the coming weeks, this webinar will be an opportunity to hear from current Board members as well as asking any questions you may have.

We look forward to seeing you there, you can register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JAdO0qxQSbCFBJjSFtsDSA

No one should experience stigma or discrimination when trying to access healthcare, but for some this is still a barrier...
26/05/2026

No one should experience stigma or discrimination when trying to access healthcare, but for some this is still a barrier to getting the care they need.

We want to hear your experiences so we can better advocate to the Australian government and the healthcare system. CHF strives to make sure that everyone in Australia receives equal and equitable healthcare.

Join Australia's health panel today and let us know your thoughts via the link here: https://www.chf.org.au/get-involved/australia-s-health-panel

CHF has launched a new logo as we enter our 40th year! Our origins sit alongside a powerful period of consumer and commu...
24/05/2026

CHF has launched a new logo as we enter our 40th year! Our origins sit alongside a powerful period of consumer and community health advocacy, including the response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic, where CHF was first funded in the 1986–87 Federal Budget.

We are proud of the impact made over the past four decades and remain committed to advocating for positive change.

Over the next 12 months, look out for a range of activities marking this milestone, and share how CHF has played a role in your life by commenting below.

Are you interested in joining CHF's board? Nominations will open soon for upcoming vacancies. CHF is hosting a webinar o...
21/05/2026

Are you interested in joining CHF's board? Nominations will open soon for upcoming vacancies. CHF is hosting a webinar on Thursday 28 May from 2PM (AEST) to provide information and the opportunity to answer any questions nominees may have.

To register, visit the link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JAdO0qxQSbCFBJjSFtsDSA #/registration

Our final CHF Talks webinar for 2025/26 was hosted on Tuesday by a panel of consumers, advocates and professionals. Open...
20/05/2026

Our final CHF Talks webinar for 2025/26 was hosted on Tuesday by a panel of consumers, advocates and professionals. Opened by CHF CEO, Dr Elizabeth Deveny, the panel looked into the ways both social and commercial determinants of health can impact the healthcare people receive.

Joining the panel were CHF Consumer Assembly members and advocates Heidi La-Paglia and Suresh Rajan with researcher, Dr Jenn Lacy-Nichols. We thank the panel for sharing their expertise, reflections and initiating some important conversations around influences on care.

To watch the recording of the webinar, visit the link: https://youtu.be/4WwzgPIWe7c

Tell us about your experiences with stigma and discrimination in the healthcare system in our latest Australia's Health ...
19/05/2026

Tell us about your experiences with stigma and discrimination in the healthcare system in our latest Australia's Health Panel survey. This will inform how CHF advocates for change and government health policy.

Our survey is now live, you can complete it by following the link: https://www.chf.org.au/get-involved/australia-s-health-panel

As part of our commitment to preventative health, CHF hosts quarterly webinars called CHF Talks, bringing together consu...
18/05/2026

As part of our commitment to preventative health, CHF hosts quarterly webinars called CHF Talks, bringing together consumers and industry leaders to explore important healthcare issues.

Our final webinar for 2025–26 will look at how social and commercial factors shape health and care, with a host of speakers and panellists, including Heidi La Paglia, Suresh Rajan, Dr Jenn Lacy-Nichols and Dr Elizabeth Deveny.

Register for the webinar and join the conversation: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1DY8qexRSH2haZz2N5mx-w

CHF and The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) have jointly released The Statement on Consumer and Com...
15/05/2026

CHF and The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) have jointly released The Statement on Consumer and Community Involvement in Health and Medical Research.

The Statement was developed with consumers, community members, researchers, and representatives from consumer organisations, research institutions and funders. Its aim is to guide consumer and community involvement in all aspects of health and medical research.

To read more about the revised statement: https://www.chf.org.au/our-work/projects/revised-statement-on-consumer-and-community-involvement-in-health-and-medical-res

Yesterday CHF hosted a Budget Analysis Webinar looking at the budget outcomes from the 2026-27 Federal Budget. Dr Elizab...
15/05/2026

Yesterday CHF hosted a Budget Analysis Webinar looking at the budget outcomes from the 2026-27 Federal Budget. Dr Elizabeth Deveny, CEO, was joined by Tom Johnson, Executive Director, Advocacy and Engagement, on a deep dive into what this budget means for health consumers.

To watch the recording, click here: https://youtu.be/6olifcRyhCM?si=GkW_YH5TuzfFcOFq

12/05/2026

As we digest the budget announcements from tonight, we reflect on what these might mean for health consumers moving forward. CHF CEO, Dr Elizabeth Deveny unpacks what the budget continues to support and what remains to be missing. What are your thoughts on the budget? Let us know in the comments below.

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