Keeping spirit strong: Research and co-design report for the Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Healing Strategy

Abstract

More than 400 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders from across Queensland have offered their voices to co-design the first Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Healing Strategy. Five themes emerged from the consultations as priorities for action for healing in Queensland. These themes, while localised to Queensland, are consistent with other research and knowledge about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander wellbeing, trauma and healing. The evidence presented here whether accessed through formal and informal research channels or shared by people participating in the consultation; combines to make a very powerful case for co-designing and collaboratively implementing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led healing programs.