Resources
Information on relevant resources are provided here, which will include details of videos, brochures, catalogues, posters, flipcharts, fact sheets and CD-ROMS where available. Information on relevant guidelines for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men's health issues are provided here - please note that links do not constitute a recommendation to use a particular guideline or protocol.
Health promotion resources
Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (2004)
Sistergirls say - keep yourself covered (poster).
Canberra: Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations
The Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO) launched two national peer-based posters in Sydney on 30 October 2004, as a health promotion resource for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sistergirls. The posters were designed to: empower Indigenous Sistergirls and transgender communities by raising HIV/AIDS awareness; address underlying issues such as isolation and discrimination; and promote positive self-esteem which in turn promotes individuals to engage in safer sexual practices, such as condom usage. The posters were developed in response to the National Indigenous gay and transgender consultation report and sexual health strategy, as was the AFAO strategy for responding to sexual abuse of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander gay men and Sistergirls.
Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet abstract
The National Indigenous gay and transgender consultation report and sexual health strategy (PDF - 208KB), and the AFAO strategy for responding to sexual abuse of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander gay men and Sistergirls (PDF - 2MB - large file warning!), can be accessed online at the AFAO website.
For further information about the posters or to obtain copies visit the AFAO website, or contact:Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations, Level 1, 222 King Street, Newtown NSW 2042; PO Box 51, Newtown NSW 2042; ph: (02) 9557 9399, fax: (02) 9557 9867.
Strengths and skills of Indigenous dads, uncles, pops, and brothers: DVD
This DVD was developed as part of the Engaging Fathers Project, an initiative of the Family Action Centre and the University of Newcastle. The DVD is designed to encourage fathers and father figures to engage in the lives of children in the 0 to 8 year age bracket. The DVD will assist schools, family services, antenatal care, child care, and early education institutions in their efforts to recruit fathers and father figures to engage with their children.
The DVD was filmed by a group of young Aboriginal fathers who were trained, over a period of three months, to film and edit using digital cameras and computer-based editing software. The DVD contains footage that presents the fathers' personal experiences with fatherhood and those of other members of the community.
Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet abstract
For further information about the DVD or to obtain copies, contact: Janine Bendit, Project Administrator, Engaging Fathers Project, Family Action Centre, University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan 2308 NSW, ph: (02) 4921 8640, fax: (02) 4921 8686, email: Janine.Bendit@newcastle.edu.au
The Engaging Fathers Project has also developed a series of other resources targeted at fathers, both Indigenous and general:
- Connecting with Aboriginal fathers (brochure)
- 113 ways to be involved as a father (poster)
- Fathercare (set of four posters)
- Having a go ... why men volunteer in schools (booklet)
- The 'Inviting Dads In' workshop (report)
- Definitions of fatherhood (report)
To obtain copies of these resources please go to the Family Action Centre project webpage.
Yorgum Aboriginal Family Counselling Service (2005)
Family violence in the Nyoongar community [booklets].
East Perth: Yorgum Aboriginal Family Counselling Service
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View website: Yorgum Aboriginal Family Counselling Service
Other resources
Liverpool Community Health Centre (2003)
Dhuuluu Yala fella camp. Aboriginal men's camp 2002.
Liverpool: South Western Sydney Area Health Service, Tharawal Aboriginal
Medical Service
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abstract: HealthBulletin
Yorgum Aboriginal Family Counselling Service (2004)
The right to be free from violence. Discussion booklet for men's
healing.
Northbridge: Yorgum Aboriginal Family Counselling Service
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abstract: HealthBulletin
Conference proceedings and presentations
2006
Macdonald JJ, Millan G, Adams M (2006)
Men's health: Indigenous and non-Indigenous men getting together [conference report].
Medical Journal of Australia;185(8):416-417
View article: Medical Journal of Australia (HTML)
View article: Medical Journal of Australia (PDF - 156KB)
View website: Medical Journal of Australia
2004
Apunipima Cape York Health Council (2004)
Learning with and from Indigenous men: an (sic) holistic approach to health improvement: final report.
Paper presented at the 3rd National Indigenous Male Health Convention
/ 5th National Men and Boys Health Conference, 8-12 September 2003,
Cairns
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abstract (PDF)
View current topic: HealthBulletin
2003
Adams M (2003)
The National Framework for Improving the Health and Wellbeing of
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Males.
Paper presented at the National Rural Health Conference, 1-4 March 2003
, Hobart, Tasmania
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paper
2000
Male Health Policy Unit (2000)
'Health is males' business too': a report on the Indigenous male health movement in the Northern Territory.
Paper presented at the NT Indigenous Male Health Conference, 29-31
August 2000, Tennant Creek
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report (PDF)
Territory Health Services (1999)
'Growing up as an Indigenous male'.
Report from the 1st National Indigenous Male Health Convention,
4-5 October, Ross River
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report (PDF)
Guidelines
National Health and Medical Research Council (2000)
Clinical Practice Guidelines: the management of uncomplicated lower urinary tract symptoms in men.
Canberra: National Health and Medical Research Council
This document has been rescinded
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guidelines (HTML)
View guidelines (PDF - 877KB)
Other web-based information
Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
Fact sheet: Pelvic floor exercises for men
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webpage
Fact sheet: Bladder problems and the prostate
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webpage
Better Health Channel - men's health
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information
Centre for Advancement of Men's Health
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website
Engaging fathers
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information
HealthInsite
This website includes a list of resources on men's health
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information
Indigenous male health focus a necessity (media article -
2 March 2003)
This article reflects the views of Mick Adams on the need for specific
health considerations for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men
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article
Kigaruk Indigenous men's leadership development program
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Lovett Tower: Honouring Indigenous Veterans
This archived article on the ATSIC
website highlights the lack of recognition for Indigenous Australians
who served in Australia's armed forces in war service in the past and
initiatives to address this deficiency.
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information
Mannet
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website
Men's Health Policy Unit, Northern Territory Government
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website
Men's Health Resource Centre
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website
Mensline Australia
The mission of Men's Line Australia is to provide relevant and accessible
telephone counselling, information and referral for men's relationship
issues.
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web page
National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (NAPCAN)
Aboriginal resources are available, some of which depict male roles
and the passing on of knowledge through the generations.
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information
Prostateline.com
This website is an international resource on prostate cancer.
For healthcare professionals:
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website
For patients and their carers
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website
The 1st National Indigenous Male Health Convention
Held at Ross River Homestead, 4-5 October 1999, the conference provided
an opportunity for Indigenous males from around Australia to express
their views and share their experiences of health. Delegates to the
Convention explored strategies to improve the health and well-being
of Indigenous males, their families and their communities.
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website
The 3rd National Indigenous Men's Health Conference and the 5th National Men's and Boys Conference
Held in Cairns, Palm Cove, 8-12 September 2003. Theme: Holistic health
- prevention, intervention and treatment. Promoting excellence in health
for men and boys.
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website
The Wiradjuri Language Development Program
This program described in ATSIC news is bringing a near-extinct language
back to life and in the process has assisted the well-being of members
of the Three Rivers Men's Group.
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information
VIBE Australia Pty Ltd
VIBE is a dynamic Aboriginal media, communications and events management agency specialising in the implementation, production and dissemination of targeted, culturally sensitive communication products for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. This website contains their Men's Health forum.
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Wellman
This website provides health information
for men who live in the Kalgoorlie-Boulder region.
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website
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