Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders are invited to register their interest before the closing date to have their say about ways to strengthen cultural safety and address racism in Australian hospital systems.
We are seeking input from people and organisations with knowledge, experience or expertise in cultural safety, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, hospital care, health system reform, lived experience, workforce practice, governance, accountability, standards, accreditation, measurement or service delivery.
Between now and September 2026, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care will be reaching out across the country to listen, learn, and discuss options for strengthening cultural safety in hospital care.
The Review will explore research and gather Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, lived experience and expertise to inform the development of options for standards for cultural safety.
Complete the Expression of Interest form by 30 July to express your interest in being part of the conversation.
The EOI is not the consultation itself. It is a short form that will help us understand:
- your or your organisation’s interest in cultural safety in hospitals
- your perspectives, knowledge, experience or expertise
- your availability to participate (time zones, weekdays, evenings, etc.)
- how you would like to engage (virtual, in writing, small groups etc.)
- whether you are representing an organisation or sharing personal experiences
- any cultural, accessibility, technology or practical considerations we should consider to ensure voice equity
- whether you would also like information about other related engagement opportunities, including for example the separate National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards (third edition) consultations.
Following the EOI process, participants will be invited to contribute through targeted engagement activities in August 2026, including virtual sessions and written feedback opportunities.
Please feel free to share this opportunity with your networks.
If you would prefer to yarn with us another way, or if you have any questions, please contact: FirstNationsHealth@safetyandquality.gov.au
Your voice, experience and knowledge can help shape what needs to change, so hospital care is safer, more accountable, and more culturally responsive for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
More information
Visit safetyandquality.gov.au/FirstNations or email FirstNationsHealth@safetyandquality.gov.au