• Addresses learning outcome(s):
o 1. Critically reflect on historical and contemporary issues affecting the relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous Australians
o 2. Develop knowledge, skills and attitudes for positive engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as they receive healthcare
o 3. Interpret and analyze rudimentary healthcare data for of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Australians
• For the purpose of this assessment you are required to review the Statement of the Heart document via the link below. From this you are to develop a critically reflective presentation (inclusive of support from academic literature) focusing on what the content of the statement means to you as an emerging healthcare practitioner in relation to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities within our current health care context.
• https://www.referendumcouncil.org.au/sites/default/files/2017-05/Uluru_Statement_From_The_Heart_0.PDF (Links to an external site.)
• You will need to include an Acknowledgement of Country in your presentation. A minimum of 5 references should be utilized.
Understanding
A professional understanding and description of The Statement from the Heart and an appropriate Acknowledgement of Country. 15 pts
Reflection
Critical reflection on what the content of the The Statement from the Heart means to the student as an emerging healthcare practitioner and how this relates to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people within the contemporary health care context. 15 pts
