As mental health and substance use issues continue to be major contributors to poor health outcomes among First Nations peoples, we’re encouraged to see more culturally safe resources and programs making a difference, including VACCHO’s BLKTRX Service Directory.

Created to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families, communities and the workforce, the directory makes it easier to find and access culturally safe and responsive services across Victoria. Learn more.

More resources for service providers:

Online training on culturally safe practice for First Nations Peoples with co-occurring conditions.

Research brief on supporting First Nations populations with co-occurring needs.

For more about NAIDOC Week, visit: www.naidoc.org.au