WINNERS OF THE INAUGURAL EXCELLENCE IN INDIGENOUS HEALTH AWARDS ANNOUNCED

On behalf of myself and Criterion Conferences, we would like to congratulate the winners of the Inaugural Excellence in Indigenous Health Awards for their outstanding contributions towards making a difference in health disadvantage to Close the Gap. With over 63 entries from rural and remote indigenous communities across Australia, this award ceremony has been a great success and we also thank our finalists, entrants and attendees for their support and participation.

IMPROVING ACCESS TO PRIMARY HEALTH CARE
WINNER: Inala Indigenous Health Service


OUTSTANDING CHILD HEALTH AND MATERNAL HEALTH
WINNER: Ngunytju tjitji pirni


ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVES
WINNER: NSW Department of Health


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It gives me great pleasure to introduce the Inaugural Excellence in Indigenous Health Awards. To recognise the success and steps made by service providers, communities and individuals working to make a difference in health disadvantage, these Awards celebrate inspirational stories which help to Close the Gap.

I to invite you to submit your entry to see your program, your model of care or your inspirational person recognised and celebrated at the Awards Gala Dinner. This is a great opportunity to get together and reward innovation, successful and resilience in Indigenous service delivery.

The winners will be announced at the Awards Gala Dinner on the 30th March 2010. The Gala Dinner will provide entertainment which celebrates Indigenous culture throughout the generations.

I look forward to working together to help Close the Gap and sharing stories and ideas at the conference. Hope to see you there.

Best Regards

Conjoint Professor Ken Wyatt AM