More than 30,000 people are expected to take part in today’s National Close the Gap Day events.
Close the Gap Day is a national initiative, which aims to close the health gap between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and other Australians.
Organised by Oxfam Australia, the aim of the day is to send a reminder to government that closing the gap must remain one of its top priorities.
The theme of this year’s day is “Let’s Get it Right,” focusing on the need for Government to develop a comprehensive national plan to achieve Indigenous health equality within a generation in genuine partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, including the provision of more support to Aboriginal community controlled health services.
For more information on an event near you, visit www.oxfam.org.au.
by Ehssan Veiszadeh
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