First Peoples Health Unit, Griffith University

18/09/2024

Yesterday we thoroughly enjoying sharing the VR Dreaming and Evidence-Base with some GU Precision Medicine students. We are extremely grateful of these students to willingly participate in their own time - especially due this assessment heavy period.
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03/09/2024

A very important initiative | Let’s all get behind this.

Today is

Organiser The Indigenous Literacy Foundation is celebrating this year with the theme ‘Be A Proud Voice For Country’, showing how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities connect with and advocate for Country.



More info and to get involved: https://hubs.li/Q02NkWcz0

15/08/2024

Join us in the latest HealthTech Talks podcast as we chat with James Charles, Director of the First Peoples Health Unit at Griffith University. Professor James is a Kaurna man and has a Master of Podiatry along with a PhD in First Nations foot health. He believes foot health is undervalued and that our feet tell us more about our health than most of us realise.

In this episode, learn:
👣 about foot health 👣 culturally appropriate healthcare 👣 innovative projects like virtual reality cultural learning and a national roadmap for First Nations adolescent health.

Listen here 👉 https://bit.ly/3GkIlhn

24/07/2024

🌱 Awaken your senses at ‘The Art of Healing’ Event running at the Tugun Satellite Hospital, Banyahrmabah – “a place to be made healthy.” Join the Gold Coast Health's First Nations Healthy Equity team for a celebration of cultural experiences as we unveil the artistic work of Grace Brown.

The event will be running from 10am to 1pm on Tuesday 20 August.

Immerse yourself in a multi-sensory celebration of culture with: 🎧 Reflective soundscapes sounds with headphones 🎶 Song workshops🍃 Bush tucker🌀 Didgeridoo Healing workshop and 🌿Deep listening and response to Country and birds guided meditation! For further information about the artwork and event, link here.

Engage in cultural activities as we celebrate NAIDOC Week and honour our rich cultural heritage.

📝 REGISTER NOW
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-art-of-healing-tickets-928318454487?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl



Tag - https://www.facebook.com/NAIDOC/

25/06/2024

Director James Charles recently had the pleasure of showcasing our VR Dreaming to a group of students visiting from the University of the Philippines Los Baños Manilla!

We hope you enjoyed visiting Griffith University and the experience as much as we enjoyed showing you!

14/05/2024

Todays the day!

Make sure to keep an eye out for the FPHU stall!

22/04/2024

Join Us! 15th of May!

🌟 NEW DATE ALERT: Close the Gap Day is back on track! 🌟

Join us on Wednesday, May 15th, at the Gold Coast University Hospital Parklands from 10:30AM to 1:30PM.

The event features a Welcome to Country, Cultural Performances, over 30 interactive stalls, make a pledge to collective action and enjoy a complimentary sausage and bread.

Register now 👉 https://bit.ly/3VCEapR

Let's and pave the way for ! Your involvement counts - share the news and be part of the change! ✨

First Nations Health Equity is everyone's business, and together, we can make a difference.



Dreamtime Artistry
Kalwun Development Corporation Ltd
Lives Lived Well
RAIL Support
Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre
Carers Queensland
ADA Australia
Griffith University

22/04/2024

🌟 NEW DATE ALERT: Close the Gap Day is back on track! 🌟

Join us on Wednesday, May 15th, at the Gold Coast University Hospital Parklands from 10:30AM to 1:30PM.

The event features a Welcome to Country, Cultural Performances, over 30 interactive stalls, make a pledge to collective action and enjoy a complimentary sausage and bread.

Register now 👉 https://bit.ly/3VCEapR

Let's and pave the way for ! Your involvement counts - share the news and be part of the change! ✨

First Nations Health Equity is everyone's business, and together, we can make a difference.

19/04/2024

Congratulations Mandy Draper! Deadly Dot Pots

Awarded First Prize in the First Peoples Health Unit 2024 Art Prize 'Healing our Country, Land and Waterways'.

Pictured with Unit direct James Charles receiving her award.

03/04/2024

New Date Confirmed | Wednesday 15 May 2024 | CTG event at Gold Coast University Hospital hosted by Gold Coast Health, Kalwun, and FPHU.
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03/04/2024

Our director is still feeling extremely grateful for the opportunity to spend quality time with Michel P***u | Legendary Physiotherapist and Director of Internation Relations for Ecole d'Assas | while sharing the VR Dreaming experience with colleagues, delegates, and students.
Griffith Health

20/03/2024

CTG Event Postponed | Wet Weather has forced the postponement of today's CTG Event at Gold Coast University Hospital | New date will be confirmed soon | Apologies for the inconvenience.
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