The 2022 Connections Forum, ‘Supporting the cultural determinants of health for Aboriginal parents, infants, children and families: Together we are stronger’ explores how connections to culture and Country can be a strength for families and communities. By understanding and applying the cultural determinants of health, service providers can overcome barriers, improve engagement, demonstrate respect and support for both individual and community empowerment and self-determination. By supporting Aboriginal holistic health and wellbeing practices there are stronger and positive outcomes for Aboriginal people and communities.

THEME OF THE FORUM

Abstracts are invited for presentations that showcase and explore the theme of the forum ‘Together we are Stronger’. The abstract should be presented in a strength-based approach to Aboriginal maternal, child and family health and wellbeing based on the cultural determinants of health for Aboriginal people and communities in:

• Healthcare programs, services and ways of working
• Culturally safe and appropriate care
• Innovation in practice
• Engaging families and communities
• Strengths-based perspectives
• Working in partnership
• Professional development and leadership.