National Talk Black 060424
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:
Juliet Middleton, CEO of LiveBig, talking about improving transportation in Australia for People with disabilities. As Australia embarks on the first major reform of its public transport standards in two decades, leading providers of allied health therapy and assessment services for people with disabilities, emphasise the critical importance of these changes for individuals with disabilities. With approximately 4.4 million Australians reported to be living with a disability, access barriers continue to significantly impact their lives. Reports of discrimination further highlight the urgency of addressing these issues. The proposed reforms aim to enhance access to transport for people with disabilities by providing timetable information in accessible formats, improving on-board signage and audio announcements, and enhancing safety measures for wheelchair users.
Associate Professor Kevin Lowe, Lead Investigator on the Culturally Nourishing Schooling project (CNS), talking about From Country to the classroom: building relationships that empower teachers, students and communities. Research finds taking teachers onto Country can improve schooling for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. The Culturally Nourishing Schooling project (CNS) engages teachers, school leaders, local Aboriginal Cultural Mentors and community members through strategies designed to develop teacher confidence and improve educational engagement of Aboriginal students.
Jye Murray, Wiradjuri-Ngemba man and APA Member, talking about his involvement with the Indigenous Marathon Project (IMP) squad for 2024 and his hopes to run the NYC marathon later this year. Jye is also working on his dream with the IMP to not only run the NYC marathon, but inspire and empower his community to live healthier lives through his story and by incorporating cultural health determinants into his everyday practices, emphasising the importance of traditional foods, bush medicines, and a connection to Country. And leading the way through his Instagram page, @thekooriphysio by producing really engaging content that provides actionable steps for all healthcare providers to help close the gap and provide a culturally safe environment for First Nations people.
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