NATIONAL TALK BLACK – 23/09/2024
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:
Jedess Hudson, Artist and Chair Designer, talking about YINDI Bringing Cultural Significance and Modern Functionality to Workspaces. Officeworks, Australia’s leading retailer for technology, office supplies, furniture, stationery, and learning and development resources, is reinforcing its commitment to supporting local partners and giving back to the community. Officeworks is expanding its range of office supplies by partnering with YINDI Manufacturing, an Indigenous Australian company dedicated to creating exceptional office furniture and plastics. This collaboration will introduce locally produced chairs upholstered with patterned fabrics designed by Aboriginal artist Jedess Hudson. Each piece is designed as a unique piece of art, inspired by her ancestors and people and the environment such as bush tucker, flora and fauna, the seasonal change, the elements of earth, wind and fire, plus so much more.
Brodie Moore, Veteran and CEO at Medilinks Access, talking about the recent Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide report findings. The Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide was established on 8 July 2021 to examine systemic and institutional factors impacting Defence and veteran suicide. Brodie has founded Medilinks Access, an organisation led by veterans which is pivotal in speeding up the mental health compensation process to ensure that veterans receive timely and comprehensive care. This is particularly important as suicidality rates are alarmingly high among ex-fulltime Australian Defence Force (ADF) members, however veterans continue to experience considerable delays in claims processing through the Department of Veteran Affairs, with an average wait time of 368 days.
Karen Quick, Chief Executive Officer of Meningitis Centre Australia, talking about Doctors urging parents to be vigilant with increasing invasive meningococcal disease infections expected early spring. Meningococcal disease is a rare but potentially devastating bacterial infection, which can start suddenly and become serious very quickly. Whilst most people survive, up to one in five survivors may develop long term disabilities which could include brain damage, deafness, loss of limb(s), and nervous system problems. It is critical that all Australians, especially young people and their families, educate themselves about the early signs and symptoms of meningococcal disease, the different meningococcal strains, as well as how they can help protect themselves and their families. For more information about meningococcal disease, speak to a healthcare professional and visit the link below!
https://knowmeningococcal.com.au/.
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