Examples of supporting evidence
- Minutes of meetings, plans or strategies relating to development, endorsement or implementation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander priorities overseen by the governing body, which deal with specific needs of the local community
- Documented targets and performance indicators for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes of the health service organisation that are endorsed by, and reported to, the governing body
- Policies, procedures, protocols or project plans endorsed by the governing body that deal with the specific needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- Records of consultations with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities relating to the development of priorities, targets and performance indicators
- Membership and terms of reference for the governing body or relevant advisory and consultative committees that include Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community representatives.
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