First Nations Australians’ self-determination in health and alcohol policy development: a Delphi study ...
Abstract Background Recognition of the role of structural, cultural, political and social determinants of health is increasing. A key principle of each of these is self-determination, and according to the United Nations (2007), this is a right of Indigenous Peoples. For First Nations Australians, op...
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| Online Access: | https://dx.doi.org/10.6084/m9.figshare.c.5805139.v1 https://springernature.figshare.com/collections/First_Nations_Australians_self-determination_in_health_and_alcohol_policy_development_a_Delphi_study/5805139/1 |
| Summary: | Abstract Background Recognition of the role of structural, cultural, political and social determinants of health is increasing. A key principle of each of these is self-determination, and according to the United Nations (2007), this is a right of Indigenous Peoples. For First Nations Australians, opportunities to exercise this right appear to be limited. This paper explores First Nations Australian communities’ responses to reducing alcohol-related harms and improving the health and well-being of their communities, with a focus on understanding perceptions and experiences of their self-determination. It is noted that while including First Nations Australians in policies is not in and of itself self-determination, recognition of this right in the processes of developing health and alcohol policies is a critical element. This study aims to identify expert opinion on what is needed for First Nations Australians’ self-determination in the development of health- and alcohol-related policy. Methods This study used ... |
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