National Talk Black 080524
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:
Samantha Faulkner, Editor of “Growing up Torres Strait Islander in Australia”, talking about the release of the book and the journey through creating it. What makes Zenadth Kes/Torres Strait unique? And what is it like to be a Torres Strait Islander in contemporary Australia? Growing Up Torres Strait Islander in Australia, compiled by poet and author Samantha Faulkner, showcases the distinct identity of Torres Strait Islanders through their diverse voices and journeys. Hear from emerging and established writers from both today and the recent past, including Eddie Mabo, Thomas Mayo, Aaron Fa’Aoso, Jimi Bani, Ellie Gaffney, Jillian Boyd-Bowie and Lenora Thaker. These and many more storytellers, mentors, traditional owners, doctors and teachers from the Torres Strait share their joy, culture, good eating, lessons learned and love of family, language and Country.
Megan Krakouer, Director of the National Suicide Prevention and Trauma Recovery Project, Director (Wagyl Kaip) of the South West Aboriginal Land and Sea Council and holds a Bachelor of Laws from Deakin University and 2023 winner of the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Category for the Australian Mental Health Prize, talking about her win and the nominations opening for the 2024 Australian Mental Health Prize. Megan Krakouer, a proud Menang Woman of the Noongar Nation, is a beacon for First Nations rights, reshaping laws and advocating for the marginalized. With Gerry Georgatos, she established the NSPTRP, aiding over 25,000 people directly. Megan’s advocacy underscores the urgent need to address First Nations youth suicide, emphasising poverty, discrimination, and limited education access as root causes. She urges robust support systems and interventions to prevent further tragedies.Nominations for the 2024 Australian Mental Health Prize open on April 22 and will remain so until July 8, 2024. The winners will be announced on the 23 September 2024. To nominate, answer three questions about the nominee’s mental health contributions and impact on the online form below!
Dr. Charlotte Hespe, Head of General Practice at University of Notre Dame, School of Medicine Sydney, talking about how experts have made the call for Aussies to stay on guard for life-threatening meningococcal disease. With up to one in ten (10%) of individuals carrying the bacteria without showing symptoms, experts are expecting to see a rise in cases this chilly season, following from last year’s 18% increase in cases compared to 2022. Aussies are being reminded to practice good hygiene to help prevent the spread of germs and equip themselves with potentially life-saving information to spot the early signs and symptoms of the disease. For more information and health advice, speak to your healthcare professional, and to know more about meningococcal, visit the link below!
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