Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia - AHCWA

28/09/2025

John Pat Day is celebrated on 28 September, a day not only to remember his life but also to celebrate the strength and resilience of Aboriginal people.

We stand united—today and always—in our pursuit of justice, truth, and healing.

Photo ‘Memorial to John Pat at Fremantle Prison, July 2023’ by Calistemon licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Memorial_to_John_Pat_at_Fremantle_Prison,_July_2023_01.jpg

Photo ‘Brisbane Anti-Racism Protest’ by Andrew Mercer licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Brisbane_Anti-Racism_Protest_-_6_June_2020_-_AndrewMercer_-_DSC05387.jpg

26/09/2025

The free HPV vaccine, Gardasil 9, protects young people from HPV and the cancers it can cause. Offered at school, it’s just one needle that helps keep you strong and healthy for the future.

Stay Safe, Stay Moorditj!

26/09/2025

Join our team at AHCWA as the Public Health Program Officer – Public Health (50D).

The Public Health Program Officer – Public Health (50D) is responsible for providing ongoing support and advice about CQI approaches to improving systems of care for the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services (ACCHS) and providing public health information to AHCWA’s Member Services and external stakeholders in Western Australia.

In this role, you will be required to provide a cultural lens to public health responses, share knowledge and promote culturally secure, comprehensive primary health care across the State.

For more information, head to: https://applynow.net.au/jobs/AHCWA1328

23/09/2025

The Kids Research Institute Australia has co-designed with Elders, researchers, and community members a suite of region-specific and culturally secure resources to promote healthy skin and ARF prevention.

Included are Kimberley-specific, Noongar-specific, and Pilbara-specific resources.

To download the resources tailored to your local community, click the link below:

The Healthy Skin team has worked alongside Elder Researchers and community members from across WA to bring together a suite of Healthy Skin resources that are both culturally and geographically appropriate. These resources include health promotion books that incorporate traditional language and medi...

23/09/2025

The Government of Western Australia Department of Communities is coordinating a National Principles for Child Safe Organisations Seminar in collaboration with sector partners for Children’s Week 2025.

Follow the link below to learn more about upcoming webinars and information sessions:

Upcoming webinars and information sessions to learn more about how to implement the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations (National Principles).

19/09/2025

Celebrating collaboration and innovation at the Australasian HIV&AIDS and Sexual and Reproductive Health Conference.

From 15 to 18 September, experts, advocates, and researchers gathered in Tarndanya (Adelaide) on Kaurna Country to engage in crucial discussions at the Australasian HIV&AIDS and Sexual and Reproductive Health Conference. The event provided a platform to explore advancements in sexual and reproductive health, focusing on inclusivity, innovation, and improving community health outcomes across Australasia.

Health and Wellbeing Executive Manager Kim Gates co-presented on Healthy Blood, Healthy Body, demonstrating the strength of Aboriginal-led initiatives, such as the participatory research project that improves access to needle and syringe programs in Perth.

The conference also featured a collaboration between AHCWA and the Department of Health, with a poster submission highlighting their ongoing partnership in the Sexual Health Teams Workshop, which brings together the WA sexual health community each year.

Group photo depicts workers from the WA ACCHS sexual health field coming together to network and be inspired, with attendees travelling from the Kimberley and Pilbara to contribute to the conversation.

19/09/2025

Dealing with the heat can be hard, so stay healthy by checking in with yourself and your mob regularly. Support is available via your local clinic, SEWB team, or AMS if you or your loved ones are not doing well.

18/09/2025

Nominations are now open for the 2026 WA Women’s Hall of Fame. This is an excellent opportunity to recognise the deadly WA women driving for better health, education, and community outcomes.

Follow the link to find out more and nominate an inspiring WA woman today:

NOMINATIONS The 2026 WA Women’s Hall of Fame nominations are now open. During the years, a wide array of women from diverse social and cultural backgrounds, across different sectors in rural, regional and metropolitan WA, have been nominated for their contributions, their achievements, and their c...

18/09/2025

Sexual Health and BBV Program Coordinator Liberty Bowles and SEWB Capacity Building Program Officer Paris Dickerson attended the Bandjup Health Expo 2025. This was an excellent opportunity to engage women from Bandyup Women's Prison in positive discussions about self-care and social and emotional well-being, and answer any sexual health-related questions.

To find out more about AHCWA's Sexual Health and SEWB programs, head to www.ahcwa.org.au

17/09/2025

Make sure your environment is set up for hot weather to keep you one step ahead of the heat. These AHCWA-designed resources are full of tips and tricks to help you remain safe no matter the temperature.

16/09/2025

AHWCA Sexual Health and BBV Program Coordinator, Liberty Bowles, and Health and Wellbeing Executive Manager, Kim Gates, are presenting at the Australasian HIV&AIDS Conference and Australasian Sexual and Reproductive Health Conferences in Tarndanya (Adelaide).

These conferences, held from 15 to 18 September, advocate for exploring inclusivity, innovation, and strategies to improve health outcomes for our communities and end the HIV epidemic both nationally and globally.