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Kōrero Mārama: Health Literacy and Māori
Ministry of Health - New Zealand
This New Zealand report report describes the health literacy skills of Māori compared to non-Māori
Indigenous Affairs
, Health Posted: 2010-02-12
Improving Housing Responses to Indigenous Patterns of Mobility
AHURI
This 75-page Australian study examines housing service responses to Indigenous patterns of temporary mobility and how these can be improved
Indigenous Affairs
, Housing Posted: 2010-02-05
From Good Intentions into Action that Works
Reconciliation Australia
This 50-page discussion paper provides a framework to enable discussions on measuring the contribution of reconciliation actions in closing the gap in the life expectancy between Indigenous people and other Australians
Indigenous Affairs
, Health Posted: 2010-02-02
The State of the World's Indigenous Peoples
UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
This 250-page report on the state of the world\'s indigenous peoples reveals alarming statistics on poverty, health, education, employment, human rights and the environment
Indigenous Affairs
, Human Rights Posted: 2010-01-22
A Statistical Profile on the Health of First Nations in Canada: Self-rated Health and Selected Conditions, 2002 to 2005
Health Canada
This 46-page report presents a national description of the
health status of First Nations people on-reserve in Canada
Indigenous Affairs
, Health Posted: 2010-01-22
Aboriginal Education: Strengthening the Foundations
CPRN
This 102-page research paper provides a detailed analysis of the current state of Aboriginal educational programs and policies across Canada’s regions and highlight the successes, failures and lessons learned
Indigenous Affairs
, Education Posted: 2009-12-19
Reconciling Indigenous Peoples' Sovereignty and State Sovereignty
AIATSIS
This 30-page paper examines the concept of ‘shared sovereignty’ as a contribution to the debate on reconciliation with Indigenous peoples in Canada and Australia
Indigenous Affairs
, Governance & Politics Posted: 2009-11-13
Preventable Chronic Diseases in Aboriginal Populations
Department of Health and Families
The purpose of this 62-page Australian paper is to provide background information about chronic diseases in the Aboriginal population in the NT and to stimulate input and comment to assist in the revision of the Preventable Chronic diseases Strategy (PCDS) and implementation plan
Indigenous Affairs
, Health Posted: 2009-09-11
Bridges and Barriers: Addressing Indigenous Incarceration and Health
National Indigenous Alcohol and Drug Committee, Australian National Council on Drugs
This 18-page Australian report argues that the strong links between substance misuse and Indigenous incarceration highlight an urgent need for government to address this disturbing problem
Indigenous Affairs
, Drug Abuse Posted: 2009-07-24
How Young Indigenous People are Faring: Key Indicators 1996-2006
Reconciliation Australia, Dusseldop Skills Forum
This 130-page report deals with the learning and work situation of young indigenous Australians
Indigenous Affairs
, Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2009-06-18
Keeping Up: Strengthening Transitions from Education into Work for Indigenous Young People
Reconciliation Australia, Dusseldop Skills Forum
An Australian report that draws on the key insights of "How Young Indigenous People are Faring", mapping the patterns of what is happening for young Indigenous people and identifies what improvements can be made
Indigenous Affairs
, Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2009-06-18
The Reconciliation Barometer and the Indigenous Imaginary
Centre for Citizenship and Public Policy
This 11-page paper discusses the findings of a recently released study to ‘measure the progress of reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians’
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2009-06-11
Developing a National Indigenous Policy Framework that Recognises Needs, Rights and Legacies and Delivers Results
Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research
This 13-page paper examines current Australian indigenous policy
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2009-05-19
Is ‘Close the Gap’ a Useful Approach to Improving the Health and Wellbeing of Indigenous Australians?
Australian Review of Public Affairs
A 13-page essay arguing that the pursuit of statistical equality for Indigenous Australians is not a novel or particularly promising approach
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2009-04-28
Revisiting Indigenous Education
CIS
This 30-page Australian paper argues that there is no ‘gap’ between the literacy and numeracy of Indigenous and non-Indigenous students
Indigenous Affairs
, Education Posted: 2009-04-28
International Group for Indigenous Health Measurement 2006, Canberra
AIHW
A 70-page report of the second meeting of the International Group for Indigenous Health Measurement. It contains the proceedings of that meeting including abstracts and biographies and also information on how these different countries identify, collect and count data on their indigenous populations
Indigenous Affairs
, Health Posted: 2009-04-10
Diabetes in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Population, 2004-05
Australian Bureau of Statistics
This 2-page Australian statistical summary provides comparisons between the incidence of diabetes among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and non-Indigenous people
Health
, Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2009-04-09
Brokering Successful Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Outcomes: Common Themes in Good-practice Models
NCVER
This Australian report and accompanying guide describe seven essential characteristics of employment service organisations that lead to successful employment outcomes for their Indigenous clients
Indigenous Affairs
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2009-03-26
International Group of Indigenous Health Measurement 2006, Canberra
AIHW
A 70-page Australian report of an international meeting held to consider issues relating to indigenous health measurement
Indigenous Affairs
, Health Posted: 2009-03-22
Culture and Wellbeing: The Case of Indigenous Australians
Centre for Labour Market Research
This 29-page Australian paper argues that indigenous culture should be viewed as a potential part of the solution to indigenous disadvantage in Australia, and not as part of the problem
Indigenous Affairs
, Social Policy Posted: 2009-03-12
Health Research Policy: A Case Study of Policy Change in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Research
Australia and New Zealand Health Policy
This 34-page Australian paper examines past policies and outlines issues for Indigenous health policy in the future
Health
, Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2009-03-03
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and the National Early Childhood Agenda
Dusseldorp Skills Forum
A 36-page Australian discussion paper about the government's commitment to a national agenda based on ensuring universal access to quality early childhood education and care, with a specific commitment to providing access to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children living in remote communities within five years
Indigenous Affairs
, Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2009-02-07
Measuring the Social and Emotional Wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
AIHW
This 116-page Australian report provides a picture of the social and emotional wellbeing of Indigenous Australians
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2009-02-02
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Performance Framework 2008 Report Detailed Analyses
AIHW
This 1571-page report contains detailed analyses underlying the summary data presented in the policy report Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Performance Framework 2008
Indigenous Affairs
, Health Posted: 2009-01-19
Aboriginal Peoples Survey, 2006: Inuit Health and Social Conditions
Statistics Canada
This 28-page report focuses on selected social determinants of Inuit health.
Indigenous Affairs
, Health Posted: 2008-12-15
Indigenous Languages Programs in Australian Schools - A Way Forward
ACER
This 250-page Australian report looks at practices which would strengthen the quality of Indigenous language programs in schools.
Indigenous Affairs
, Education Posted: 2008-12-11
Understanding the Aboriginal/Non-Aboriginal Gap in Student Performance
C.D. Howe Institute
This 28-page Canadian report draws lessons for improving the academic performance of Aboriginal students
Indigenous Affairs
, Education Posted: 2008-12-03
A Disastrous Gap: How High Schools Have Failed Canada's Aboriginal Students
C.D. Howe Institute
A 16-page backgrounder on the academic performance of aboriginal children in Canada
Indigenous Affairs
, Education Posted: 2008-10-29
Contested Governance: Culture, Power and Institutions in Indigenous Australia
CAEPR
A 376-page collection of papers examining the dilemmas and challenges involved in the issue of indigenous governance
Indigenous Affairs
, Governance & Politics Posted: 2008-10-19
Status and Trends in the Education of American Indians and Alaska Natives 2008
IES
A 203-page US report on the educational progress and challenges of American Indians and Alaaska Natives
Indigenous Affairs
, Education Posted: 2008-09-30
Indigenous Homelessness
AHURI
A 44-page Australian positioning paper for research into understanding the housing needs of indigenous people
Indigenous Affairs
, Housing Posted: 2008-09-28
Aboriginal Quality of Life Under a Modern Treaty
IRPP
A 28-page Canadian report drawing lessons from the experience of two Canadian aboriginal peoples
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2008-09-09
Promoting Equity and Dignity for Aboriginal Children in Canada
IRPP
This 32-page Canadian study examines recent innovations in public policies, programmes and partnerships involving Aboriginal children
Indigenous Affairs
, Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2008-08-19
Welfare Payments and School Attendance: An Analysis of Experimental Policy in Indigenous Education
Australian Education Union
This 36-page Australian paper sets out the concept of mutual obligation in Australia and its application to indigenous policy
Indigenous Affairs
, Social Policy Posted: 2008-08-18
Indigenous Welfare Reform in the Northern Territory and Cape York: A Comparative Analysis
CAEPR
A 41-page Australian working paper providing a comparative analysis of welfare reform activities in two locations
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2008-08-07
CEDP: Help or Hindrance?
CIS
A 32-page report examining Australia's Community Development Employment Program and its impact on Indigenous Australians
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2008-07-10
Tobacco and Aboriginal People in New South Wales
CSIRO
A 140-page Australian report considering interventions to reduce the harm resulting from the use of tobacco by Aboriginal people
Indigenous Affairs
, Drug Abuse Posted: 2008-06-25
National Indian Education Study
IES, NAEP
The 92-page Part 1 of a US study describing the condition of education for American Indian and Alaska Native children
Indigenous Affairs
, Education Posted: 2008-06-21
Sustainable Options for Australia's New National Indigenous Representative Body
Human Rights and Equal Opportunities Commission
An Australian paper arguing for a national Indigenous representative body as a prerequisite of lasting progress in improving conditions for indigenous Australians
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2008-06-12
The Entangled Relationship between Indigenous Spatiality and Government Service Delivery
CAEPR
This 39-page Australian paper examines the complex relationship between mobile indigenous people and the delivery of housing, health and education services
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2008-05-28
Beyond Policy and Planning and Into Practice
ANZ Health Policy
A 28-page Australian paper outlining an approach for increasing the engagement of Aboriginal people with sexual health issues
Indigenous Affairs
, Health Posted: 2008-05-20
The Health and Welfare of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People 2008
AIHW
A 321-page comprehensive overview of the health and welfare of Australia's indigenous population
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2008-05-05
Hope and Heartbreak: Aboriginal Youth and Canada's Future
PRI
This 104-page issue of a Canadian policy magazine is focused on a range of subjects concerning aboriginal youth
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2008-04-03
Interactions between Crime and Fertility in the Labour Supply of Indigenous Australian Women
CAEPR
This 22-page paper considers the possible determinants of labour force status of indigenous female Australians
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2008-04-02
Lessons Learned About Strengthening Indigenous Families and Communities
FACS
This 128-page report discusses lessons learned from an Australian strategy to strengthen indigenous families and communities
Indigenous Affairs
, Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2008-04-02
The Challenges of Indigenous Women in Liberal Democracies
Indigenous Law Centre
A 3-page paper considering the challenges facing indigenous women in democratic Australia
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2008-03-09
Strengthening Aboriginal Family Functioning: What Works and Why?
AIFS
An 11-page Australian briefing discussing the evidence base on the functioning of Aboriginal families
Families, Children & Youth
, Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2008-02-26
Indigenous Socioeconomic Indicators
Parliamentary Library - Australia
An Australian background note to statistical descriptions of indigenous Australians' socioeconomic situation
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2008-02-19
Equality and Difference Arguments in Australian Indigenous Affairs
CAEPR
This 16-page paper explores the dialectic between euality and difference in Australian indigenous affairs
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2008-02-06
Adult Sexual Violence in Indigenous and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Communities
AIC
This 6-page Australian paper reports on findings from a study investigating issues arising from adult sexual violence in indigenous and culturally and linguistically diverse communities
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2007-12-12
Alcohol Treatment Guidelines for Indigenous Australians
Department of Health and Ageing - Australia
A 334-page guide developed for healthcare providers working with indigenous clients adversely affected by alcohol consumption
Indigenous Affairs
, Drug Abuse Posted: 2007-12-09
Indigenous Property Rights in Commercial Fisheries
CAEPR
A 35-page Australian working paper providing a three-country comparison of governmental approaches to indigenous fishing rights
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2007-12-06
Indigenous Mothers and Their Babies, Australia 2001-2004
AIHW
This 104-page report provides data on births to indigenous mothers in Australia
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2007-12-03
Indigenous Mothers and their Babies, Australia 2001-2004
AIHW
A 104-page Australian report on births to indigenous mothers
Health
, Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-10-31
Aboriginal Health Care in Northern Ontario
IRPP
A 24-page Canadian study analyzing moves towards aboriginal self-determination in health policy matters
Health
, Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-10-26
Indigenous Family Violence: From Emergency Measures to Committed Long-Term Action
ILC
This 13-page Australian paper deals with issues concerning the problem of indigenous family violence
Indigenous Affairs
, Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2007-10-23
Government Policies and Wider Community Attitudes Towards Indigenous Socio-Economic Disadvantage
SHCSS - Monash University
This 18-page Australian paper examines the factors contributing to the failure to develop a national commitment to address indigenous socio-economic disadvantage
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2007-10-11
National Indigenous Law and Justice Strategy: Consultative Draft
Attorney-General's Department
The 34-page draft of an Australian strategy document intended to facilitate development of a bipartisan approach towards pressing issues in indigenous justice
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2007-08-21
Closing the Gap of Indigenous Disadvantage
Northern Territory Government
A 42-page Australian plan aimed at closing the gap in outcomes between the indigenous and non-indigenous populations of the country's Northern Territory
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2007-08-21
Success Stories in Indigenous Health
ANTaR
A 19-page showcase shows how indigenous-led healthcare initiatives get the best results among indigenous people in Australia
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2007-08-16
Indigenous Australians at Work: Successful Initiatives in Indigenous Employment
Parliament of Australia
A 297-page report examining positive examples of indigenous employment in Australia
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2007-08-15
Overcoming Indigenous Disadvantage: Key Indicators 2007
Productivity Commission - Australia
A 64-page Australian report on the impact of policy programmes and interventions being used to achieve positive outcomes for indigenous people
Indigenous Affairs
, Social Policy Posted: 2007-07-18
Harm Reduction Policies and Programs for Persons of Aboriginal Descent
CCSA
A 20-page Canadian document created to inform the implementation of policies and programs for reducing harm associated with substance abuse by people of aboriginal descent
Drug Abuse
, Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-07-10
End-of-Life Care of Aboriginal Peoples in Remote Locations: Language Issues
International Program of Psychiatric-Social Health Research
This 10-page Australian paper provides insights into the impact of language on palliative care practice for aboriginal peoples
Health
, Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-07-09
Overcoming Indigenous Disadvantage in Australia
Productivity Commission - Australia
A 32-page speech reporting on the progress made by Australia in overcoming indigenous disadvantage
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2007-07-03
Older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island People: A Snapshot 2004-05
Australian Bureau of Statistics
An overview of the health and social circumstances of older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people
Indigenous Affairs
, Health Posted: 2007-06-18
Inquiry into the Protection of Aboriginal Children from Sexual Abuse
Northern Territory Government - Australia
The 320-page Australian report of an inquiry into allegations of sexual abuse of Aboriginal children
Families, Children & Youth
, Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-06-18
Te Kotahitanga Phase 3: Establishing a Culturally Responsive Pedagogy of Relations in Mainstream Secondary School Classrooms
Ministry of Education - New Zealand
A 262-page NZ report on the results of a teaching system developed to improve the educational outcomes of Maori pupils
Education
, Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-05-03
What is Working in Good Schools in Remote Indigenous Communities
CIS
This 20-page Australian issue analysis examines the interventions being used to improve school outcomes in remote indigenous communities
Indigenous Affairs
, Education Posted: 2007-04-26
Evaluation of the Aboriginal Over-Representation Strategy
Institute of Criminology
A 169-page Australian report evaluating the AORSP, designed to reduce the number of young aboriginal people under supervision
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2007-04-26
A Review of Indigenous Employment Programs
NCVER
This 54-page Australian report examines the evaluation of employment programmes designed to assist indigenous people into employment
Indigenous Affairs
, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2007-04-03
Report on Government Services 2007 - Indigenous Compendium
Productivity Commission - Australia
This 278-page Australian report contains all indigenous data reported in the Report on Government Services 2007
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2007-04-02
Good Practice in Indigenous Family Violence Prevention: Designing and Evaluating Successful Programs
Australian Domestic & Family Violence Clearing house
A 36-page paper considering the current state of good practice regarding Australian programmes designed to reduce indigenous family violence
Indigenous Affairs
, Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2007-03-05
Radical Democracy in the Andes: Indigenous Parties and the Quality of Democracy in Latin America
Kellogg Institute
A 41-page US working paper exploring whether recently-formed indigenous political parties in Ecuador and Bolivia are fulfilling their promise to improve the quality of local government
Governance & Politics
, Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-01-26
Stengthening the Capacity of Aboriginal Children, Families and Communities
Telethon Institute for Child Health Research
This 656-page Australian survey throws new light on why most existing intervention programmes fail to overcome indigenous disadvantage
Indigenous Affairs
, Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2007-01-22
Quality of Life of Aboriginal People in Canada
IRPP
A 40-page analysis of current research on the quality of life of aboriginal people in Canada
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2007-01-09
Maori Land and Development Finance
CAEPR
A 41-page Australian discussion paper examining issues connected with the availability of finance to develop Maori land and the use of Maori land as security for loans
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2006-12-05
Family Violence among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
154-page Australian report on the extent of violence, especially family violence, in the indigenous population
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2006-11-14
National Indian Education Study Part II
NCPA
A 148-page US report on the education experiences of American Indian and Alaskan native children
Indigenous Affairs
, Education Posted: 2006-10-10
Hidden Treasures: Recognising the Value of Indigenous Educators
Dusseldorp Skills Forum
A 4-page Australian paper reporting on the positive role played by indigenous teachers in the education of indigenous students
Indigenous Affairs
Posted: 2006-10-09
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Kōrero Mārama: Health Literacy and Māori
Ministry of Health - New Zealand
This New Zealand report report describes the health literacy skills of Māori compared to non-Māori
Indigenous Affairs , Health Posted: 2010-02-12
Improving Housing Responses to Indigenous Patterns of Mobility
AHURI
This 75-page Australian study examines housing service responses to Indigenous patterns of temporary mobility and how these can be improved
Indigenous Affairs , Housing Posted: 2010-02-05
From Good Intentions into Action that Works
Reconciliation Australia
This 50-page discussion paper provides a framework to enable discussions on measuring the contribution of reconciliation actions in closing the gap in the life expectancy between Indigenous people and other Australians
Indigenous Affairs , Health Posted: 2010-02-02
The State of the World's Indigenous Peoples
UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
This 250-page report on the state of the world\'s indigenous peoples reveals alarming statistics on poverty, health, education, employment, human rights and the environment
Indigenous Affairs , Human Rights Posted: 2010-01-22
A Statistical Profile on the Health of First Nations in Canada: Self-rated Health and Selected Conditions, 2002 to 2005
Health Canada
This 46-page report presents a national description of the health status of First Nations people on-reserve in Canada
Indigenous Affairs , Health Posted: 2010-01-22
Aboriginal Education: Strengthening the Foundations
CPRN
This 102-page research paper provides a detailed analysis of the current state of Aboriginal educational programs and policies across Canada’s regions and highlight the successes, failures and lessons learned
Indigenous Affairs , Education Posted: 2009-12-19
Reconciling Indigenous Peoples' Sovereignty and State Sovereignty
AIATSIS
This 30-page paper examines the concept of ‘shared sovereignty’ as a contribution to the debate on reconciliation with Indigenous peoples in Canada and Australia
Indigenous Affairs , Governance & Politics Posted: 2009-11-13
Preventable Chronic Diseases in Aboriginal Populations
Department of Health and Families
The purpose of this 62-page Australian paper is to provide background information about chronic diseases in the Aboriginal population in the NT and to stimulate input and comment to assist in the revision of the Preventable Chronic diseases Strategy (PCDS) and implementation plan
Indigenous Affairs , Health Posted: 2009-09-11
Bridges and Barriers: Addressing Indigenous Incarceration and Health
National Indigenous Alcohol and Drug Committee, Australian National Council on Drugs
This 18-page Australian report argues that the strong links between substance misuse and Indigenous incarceration highlight an urgent need for government to address this disturbing problem
Indigenous Affairs , Drug Abuse Posted: 2009-07-24
How Young Indigenous People are Faring: Key Indicators 1996-2006
Reconciliation Australia, Dusseldop Skills Forum
This 130-page report deals with the learning and work situation of young indigenous Australians
Indigenous Affairs , Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2009-06-18
Keeping Up: Strengthening Transitions from Education into Work for Indigenous Young People
Reconciliation Australia, Dusseldop Skills Forum
An Australian report that draws on the key insights of "How Young Indigenous People are Faring", mapping the patterns of what is happening for young Indigenous people and identifies what improvements can be made
Indigenous Affairs , Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2009-06-18
The Reconciliation Barometer and the Indigenous Imaginary
Centre for Citizenship and Public Policy
This 11-page paper discusses the findings of a recently released study to ‘measure the progress of reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians’
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2009-06-11
Developing a National Indigenous Policy Framework that Recognises Needs, Rights and Legacies and Delivers Results
Centre for Aboriginal Economic Policy Research
This 13-page paper examines current Australian indigenous policy
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2009-05-19
Is ‘Close the Gap’ a Useful Approach to Improving the Health and Wellbeing of Indigenous Australians?
Australian Review of Public Affairs
A 13-page essay arguing that the pursuit of statistical equality for Indigenous Australians is not a novel or particularly promising approach
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2009-04-28
Revisiting Indigenous Education
CIS
This 30-page Australian paper argues that there is no ‘gap’ between the literacy and numeracy of Indigenous and non-Indigenous students
Indigenous Affairs , Education Posted: 2009-04-28
International Group for Indigenous Health Measurement 2006, Canberra
AIHW
A 70-page report of the second meeting of the International Group for Indigenous Health Measurement. It contains the proceedings of that meeting including abstracts and biographies and also information on how these different countries identify, collect and count data on their indigenous populations
Indigenous Affairs , Health Posted: 2009-04-10
Diabetes in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Population, 2004-05
Australian Bureau of Statistics
This 2-page Australian statistical summary provides comparisons between the incidence of diabetes among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and non-Indigenous people
Health , Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2009-04-09
Brokering Successful Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Outcomes: Common Themes in Good-practice Models
NCVER
This Australian report and accompanying guide describe seven essential characteristics of employment service organisations that lead to successful employment outcomes for their Indigenous clients
Indigenous Affairs , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2009-03-26
International Group of Indigenous Health Measurement 2006, Canberra
AIHW
A 70-page Australian report of an international meeting held to consider issues relating to indigenous health measurement
Indigenous Affairs , Health Posted: 2009-03-22
Culture and Wellbeing: The Case of Indigenous Australians
Centre for Labour Market Research
This 29-page Australian paper argues that indigenous culture should be viewed as a potential part of the solution to indigenous disadvantage in Australia, and not as part of the problem
Indigenous Affairs , Social Policy Posted: 2009-03-12
Health Research Policy: A Case Study of Policy Change in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Research
Australia and New Zealand Health Policy
This 34-page Australian paper examines past policies and outlines issues for Indigenous health policy in the future
Health , Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2009-03-03
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and the National Early Childhood Agenda
Dusseldorp Skills Forum
A 36-page Australian discussion paper about the government's commitment to a national agenda based on ensuring universal access to quality early childhood education and care, with a specific commitment to providing access to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children living in remote communities within five years
Indigenous Affairs , Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2009-02-07
Measuring the Social and Emotional Wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
AIHW
This 116-page Australian report provides a picture of the social and emotional wellbeing of Indigenous Australians
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2009-02-02
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Performance Framework 2008 Report Detailed Analyses
AIHW
This 1571-page report contains detailed analyses underlying the summary data presented in the policy report Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Performance Framework 2008
Indigenous Affairs , Health Posted: 2009-01-19
Aboriginal Peoples Survey, 2006: Inuit Health and Social Conditions
Statistics Canada
This 28-page report focuses on selected social determinants of Inuit health.
Indigenous Affairs , Health Posted: 2008-12-15
Indigenous Languages Programs in Australian Schools - A Way Forward
ACER
This 250-page Australian report looks at practices which would strengthen the quality of Indigenous language programs in schools.
Indigenous Affairs , Education Posted: 2008-12-11
Understanding the Aboriginal/Non-Aboriginal Gap in Student Performance
C.D. Howe Institute
This 28-page Canadian report draws lessons for improving the academic performance of Aboriginal students
Indigenous Affairs , Education Posted: 2008-12-03
A Disastrous Gap: How High Schools Have Failed Canada's Aboriginal Students
C.D. Howe Institute
A 16-page backgrounder on the academic performance of aboriginal children in Canada
Indigenous Affairs , Education Posted: 2008-10-29
Contested Governance: Culture, Power and Institutions in Indigenous Australia
CAEPR
A 376-page collection of papers examining the dilemmas and challenges involved in the issue of indigenous governance
Indigenous Affairs , Governance & Politics Posted: 2008-10-19
Status and Trends in the Education of American Indians and Alaska Natives 2008
IES
A 203-page US report on the educational progress and challenges of American Indians and Alaaska Natives
Indigenous Affairs , Education Posted: 2008-09-30
Indigenous Homelessness
AHURI
A 44-page Australian positioning paper for research into understanding the housing needs of indigenous people
Indigenous Affairs , Housing Posted: 2008-09-28
Aboriginal Quality of Life Under a Modern Treaty
IRPP
A 28-page Canadian report drawing lessons from the experience of two Canadian aboriginal peoples
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2008-09-09
Promoting Equity and Dignity for Aboriginal Children in Canada
IRPP
This 32-page Canadian study examines recent innovations in public policies, programmes and partnerships involving Aboriginal children
Indigenous Affairs , Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2008-08-19
Welfare Payments and School Attendance: An Analysis of Experimental Policy in Indigenous Education
Australian Education Union
This 36-page Australian paper sets out the concept of mutual obligation in Australia and its application to indigenous policy
Indigenous Affairs , Social Policy Posted: 2008-08-18
Indigenous Welfare Reform in the Northern Territory and Cape York: A Comparative Analysis
CAEPR
A 41-page Australian working paper providing a comparative analysis of welfare reform activities in two locations
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2008-08-07
CEDP: Help or Hindrance?
CIS
A 32-page report examining Australia's Community Development Employment Program and its impact on Indigenous Australians
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2008-07-10
Tobacco and Aboriginal People in New South Wales
CSIRO
A 140-page Australian report considering interventions to reduce the harm resulting from the use of tobacco by Aboriginal people
Indigenous Affairs , Drug Abuse Posted: 2008-06-25
National Indian Education Study
IES, NAEP
The 92-page Part 1 of a US study describing the condition of education for American Indian and Alaska Native children
Indigenous Affairs , Education Posted: 2008-06-21
Sustainable Options for Australia's New National Indigenous Representative Body
Human Rights and Equal Opportunities Commission
An Australian paper arguing for a national Indigenous representative body as a prerequisite of lasting progress in improving conditions for indigenous Australians
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2008-06-12
The Entangled Relationship between Indigenous Spatiality and Government Service Delivery
CAEPR
This 39-page Australian paper examines the complex relationship between mobile indigenous people and the delivery of housing, health and education services
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2008-05-28
Beyond Policy and Planning and Into Practice
ANZ Health Policy
A 28-page Australian paper outlining an approach for increasing the engagement of Aboriginal people with sexual health issues
Indigenous Affairs , Health Posted: 2008-05-20
The Health and Welfare of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People 2008
AIHW
A 321-page comprehensive overview of the health and welfare of Australia's indigenous population
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2008-05-05
Hope and Heartbreak: Aboriginal Youth and Canada's Future
PRI
This 104-page issue of a Canadian policy magazine is focused on a range of subjects concerning aboriginal youth
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2008-04-03
Interactions between Crime and Fertility in the Labour Supply of Indigenous Australian Women
CAEPR
This 22-page paper considers the possible determinants of labour force status of indigenous female Australians
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2008-04-02
Lessons Learned About Strengthening Indigenous Families and Communities
FACS
This 128-page report discusses lessons learned from an Australian strategy to strengthen indigenous families and communities
Indigenous Affairs , Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2008-04-02
The Challenges of Indigenous Women in Liberal Democracies
Indigenous Law Centre
A 3-page paper considering the challenges facing indigenous women in democratic Australia
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2008-03-09
Strengthening Aboriginal Family Functioning: What Works and Why?
AIFS
An 11-page Australian briefing discussing the evidence base on the functioning of Aboriginal families
Families, Children & Youth , Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2008-02-26
Indigenous Socioeconomic Indicators
Parliamentary Library - Australia
An Australian background note to statistical descriptions of indigenous Australians' socioeconomic situation
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2008-02-19
Equality and Difference Arguments in Australian Indigenous Affairs
CAEPR
This 16-page paper explores the dialectic between euality and difference in Australian indigenous affairs
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2008-02-06
Adult Sexual Violence in Indigenous and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Communities
AIC
This 6-page Australian paper reports on findings from a study investigating issues arising from adult sexual violence in indigenous and culturally and linguistically diverse communities
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-12-12
Alcohol Treatment Guidelines for Indigenous Australians
Department of Health and Ageing - Australia
A 334-page guide developed for healthcare providers working with indigenous clients adversely affected by alcohol consumption
Indigenous Affairs , Drug Abuse Posted: 2007-12-09
Indigenous Property Rights in Commercial Fisheries
CAEPR
A 35-page Australian working paper providing a three-country comparison of governmental approaches to indigenous fishing rights
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-12-06
Indigenous Mothers and Their Babies, Australia 2001-2004
AIHW
This 104-page report provides data on births to indigenous mothers in Australia
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-12-03
Indigenous Mothers and their Babies, Australia 2001-2004
AIHW
A 104-page Australian report on births to indigenous mothers
Health , Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-10-31
Aboriginal Health Care in Northern Ontario
IRPP
A 24-page Canadian study analyzing moves towards aboriginal self-determination in health policy matters
Health , Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-10-26
Indigenous Family Violence: From Emergency Measures to Committed Long-Term Action
ILC
This 13-page Australian paper deals with issues concerning the problem of indigenous family violence
Indigenous Affairs , Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2007-10-23
Government Policies and Wider Community Attitudes Towards Indigenous Socio-Economic Disadvantage
SHCSS - Monash University
This 18-page Australian paper examines the factors contributing to the failure to develop a national commitment to address indigenous socio-economic disadvantage
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-10-11
National Indigenous Law and Justice Strategy: Consultative Draft
Attorney-General's Department
The 34-page draft of an Australian strategy document intended to facilitate development of a bipartisan approach towards pressing issues in indigenous justice
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-08-21
Closing the Gap of Indigenous Disadvantage
Northern Territory Government
A 42-page Australian plan aimed at closing the gap in outcomes between the indigenous and non-indigenous populations of the country's Northern Territory
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-08-21
Success Stories in Indigenous Health
ANTaR
A 19-page showcase shows how indigenous-led healthcare initiatives get the best results among indigenous people in Australia
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-08-16
Indigenous Australians at Work: Successful Initiatives in Indigenous Employment
Parliament of Australia
A 297-page report examining positive examples of indigenous employment in Australia
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-08-15
Overcoming Indigenous Disadvantage: Key Indicators 2007
Productivity Commission - Australia
A 64-page Australian report on the impact of policy programmes and interventions being used to achieve positive outcomes for indigenous people
Indigenous Affairs , Social Policy Posted: 2007-07-18
Harm Reduction Policies and Programs for Persons of Aboriginal Descent
CCSA
A 20-page Canadian document created to inform the implementation of policies and programs for reducing harm associated with substance abuse by people of aboriginal descent
Drug Abuse , Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-07-10
End-of-Life Care of Aboriginal Peoples in Remote Locations: Language Issues
International Program of Psychiatric-Social Health Research
This 10-page Australian paper provides insights into the impact of language on palliative care practice for aboriginal peoples
Health , Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-07-09
Overcoming Indigenous Disadvantage in Australia
Productivity Commission - Australia
A 32-page speech reporting on the progress made by Australia in overcoming indigenous disadvantage
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-07-03
Older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island People: A Snapshot 2004-05
Australian Bureau of Statistics
An overview of the health and social circumstances of older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people
Indigenous Affairs , Health Posted: 2007-06-18
Inquiry into the Protection of Aboriginal Children from Sexual Abuse
Northern Territory Government - Australia
The 320-page Australian report of an inquiry into allegations of sexual abuse of Aboriginal children
Families, Children & Youth , Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-06-18
Te Kotahitanga Phase 3: Establishing a Culturally Responsive Pedagogy of Relations in Mainstream Secondary School Classrooms
Ministry of Education - New Zealand
A 262-page NZ report on the results of a teaching system developed to improve the educational outcomes of Maori pupils
Education , Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-05-03
What is Working in Good Schools in Remote Indigenous Communities
CIS
This 20-page Australian issue analysis examines the interventions being used to improve school outcomes in remote indigenous communities
Indigenous Affairs , Education Posted: 2007-04-26
Evaluation of the Aboriginal Over-Representation Strategy
Institute of Criminology
A 169-page Australian report evaluating the AORSP, designed to reduce the number of young aboriginal people under supervision
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-04-26
A Review of Indigenous Employment Programs
NCVER
This 54-page Australian report examines the evaluation of employment programmes designed to assist indigenous people into employment
Indigenous Affairs , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2007-04-03
Report on Government Services 2007 - Indigenous Compendium
Productivity Commission - Australia
This 278-page Australian report contains all indigenous data reported in the Report on Government Services 2007
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-04-02
Good Practice in Indigenous Family Violence Prevention: Designing and Evaluating Successful Programs
Australian Domestic & Family Violence Clearing house
A 36-page paper considering the current state of good practice regarding Australian programmes designed to reduce indigenous family violence
Indigenous Affairs , Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2007-03-05
Radical Democracy in the Andes: Indigenous Parties and the Quality of Democracy in Latin America
Kellogg Institute
A 41-page US working paper exploring whether recently-formed indigenous political parties in Ecuador and Bolivia are fulfilling their promise to improve the quality of local government
Governance & Politics , Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-01-26
Stengthening the Capacity of Aboriginal Children, Families and Communities
Telethon Institute for Child Health Research
This 656-page Australian survey throws new light on why most existing intervention programmes fail to overcome indigenous disadvantage
Indigenous Affairs , Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2007-01-22
Quality of Life of Aboriginal People in Canada
IRPP
A 40-page analysis of current research on the quality of life of aboriginal people in Canada
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2007-01-09
Maori Land and Development Finance
CAEPR
A 41-page Australian discussion paper examining issues connected with the availability of finance to develop Maori land and the use of Maori land as security for loans
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2006-12-05
Family Violence among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
154-page Australian report on the extent of violence, especially family violence, in the indigenous population
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2006-11-14
National Indian Education Study Part II
NCPA
A 148-page US report on the education experiences of American Indian and Alaskan native children
Indigenous Affairs , Education Posted: 2006-10-10
Hidden Treasures: Recognising the Value of Indigenous Educators
Dusseldorp Skills Forum
A 4-page Australian paper reporting on the positive role played by indigenous teachers in the education of indigenous students
Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2006-10-09