Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Diabetes Victoria acknowledges the traditional custodians of our lands and pays respect to their Elders, past and present. We strive to reduce the impact of diabetes on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in Victoria.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Program
- Connects Diabetes Victoria into Aboriginal communities
- Raises awareness of diabetes and the NDSS in Aboriginal communities
- Provides education and resources to the Aboriginal health workforce
- Builds partnerships with National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (NACCHOs) and the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO)
You can read more about our program including information on resources, community events, education and training by clicking on the boxes below.
Banner artwork by:
Emma Bamblett – Wemba Wemba
Artwork: Journey, Commitment & Respect
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Feltman and Feltmum
Feltman® and Feltmum® are diabetes education tools made by Diabetes Victoria and the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO).
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Resources
Diabetes Victoria has a range of resources that have been culturally adapted for the Aboriginal community. You will find those resources here.
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Videos
Diabetes Victoria have culturally adapted four short videos about diabetes for the Koorie community. These include Healthy eating, Exercise and diabetes, Managing diabetes and My feet and diabetes.
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Education and training
Diabetes Yarning is a two-hour interactive workshop delivered to community in person or via Zoom.
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Traditional Place Names Guidelines
In 2022, Diabetes Victoria has consulted with the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation and has received their endorsement regarding the correct use of the Traditional Place Names throughout our current resources and addresses.
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About the NDSS
The National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) is an initiative of the Australian Government that commenced in 1987 and is administered with the assistance of Diabetes Australia. The NDSS agent in Victoria is Diabetes Victoria.
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Artwork by Emma Bamblett
In 2016 Diabetes Victoria commissioned Emma Bamblett to create an artwork that reflects our respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and our commitment to support, empower and campaign for all Victorians affected by diabetes.