Lowitja Institute

17/09/2026

Hear more from Donald Warne MD, MPH as he discusses reimagining and reinterpreting Implementation Science (IS) in his webinar, 'Decolonising Implementation: Rethinking How Change Happens', as part of the Lowitja Learning Summit.

Donald Warne explained how IS is grounded in Western thinking, values and understanding of the world, which often means Indigenous health approaches are shaped by Western frameworks. This can lead to ignoring our own spiritual understandings of the world and the spiritual nature of human existence.

Members and Friends of Lowitja Institute are invited to watch the recording of this unique webinar via our Learning and Development Hub here: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01nkrz0

Want access to webinars and learning opportunities like this? Join Lowitja Institute’s Members Community. If you’re not already a member, we encourage you to apply here: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01nkpW0

16/09/2026

Health care in the justice system is a health, justice, and human rights issue.

The Partnership for Justice in Health (P4JH) and peak sector partners have released our Joint Position Statement: Culturally Safe Healthcare in Custodial Settings.

🔗 Read our full recommendations and call for structural reform at p4jh.org.au

14/09/2026

14/09/2026

Want to attend the 5th International Indigenous Health and Wellbeing Conference next year in Garramilla, Darwin?

Applications are now open for the conference attendance grants for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and community members.

The grants provide an opportunity to connect with Indigenous leaders, build networks, share knowledge, and be part of the conference program.

Grant inclusions:

🔹 Full conference registration
🔹 Opening Gathering ticket
🔹 Gala Dinner ticket
🔹 Up to five nights’ accommodation
🔹 Return economy flights to Darwin

⌛Applications will close 6 November 2026.

🔗Learn more about the eligibility requirements, selection criteria, and how to apply: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01mSsX0

14/09/2026

14/09/2026

📢 Join us for our next 'Lowitja Journal' webinar!

Dr Chontel Gibson will provide practical strategies for addressing reviewer feedback clearly, professionally, and respectfully.

Participants will learn how to prepare an effective response letter, structure point-by-point replies, justify decisions when they choose not to make a suggested change, and avoid common mistakes that can delay publication.

The session will include practical examples and tips to help researchers navigate revisions with confidence.

📅 When: 23 September 2026
🕙 Time: 10–11am AEST
📍 Where: Online via Zoom

🔗 Register to attend this event:
https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01mPZl0

11/09/2026

A week ago, we came together on Gadigal Country for this year’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Ministers' Roundtable. The day was a chance to listen, yarn, reflect and share perspectives on the future of health reform for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities.

The Roundtable brought together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community controlled organisations, health sector and government representatives, community leaders and key stakeholders to share perspectives, strengthen relationships and consider practical actions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.

Thank you to everyone who shared their time, knowledge, experiences and ideas. These conversations matter, and they are a key part for building a health system that works to improve health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.

Images credit to Mayers Photography (https://www.facebook.com/josephmayersphotography/).

10/09/2026

Do you know an outstanding First Nations researcher or leader making a difference in Indigenous health and wellbeing?

You can nominate them for the 2027 Lowitja Institute Awards.

Our awards put a spotlight on the outstanding contributions by researchers and leaders in the field of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing research.

The categories open for nominations are:

⭐Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Leadership Award

⭐Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student Award

⭐Pat Anderson Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Researcher Award

⭐Tarrn-doon-nonin Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Research Project Award

These awards showcase research that is culturally, ethically, and intellectually rigorous and for the benefit of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.

📅Nominations close 16 October 2026.

🔗For more information on eligibility and how to apply, visit the conference website: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01l-CF0

07/09/2026

A little snippet from our Lowitja Learning Summit webinar this past week presented by Donald Warne MD, MPH.

Donald Warne discussed and continues to challenge the culture of “education by humiliation” and asks us to rethink how we support the next generation of health professionals. Our students don’t need more trauma. They need learning environments that nurture wellbeing, respect and healing, because healthy healers are better equipped to care for their communities.

Members and Friends of Lowitja Institute are invited to watch the recording of this unique webinar via our Learning and Development Hub here: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01m13n0

Want access to webinars and learning opportunities like this? Join Lowitja Institute’s Members Community. If you’re not already a member, we encourage you to apply here: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01m13p0

30/08/2026

CLOSING AT MIDNIGHT
Applications close tonight for the Lowitja O’Donoghue Excellence in Leadership – Public Sector scholarship.

Three scholarships are available providing up to $50,000 each for a co-designed leadership pathway for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander public sector professionals.

In the spirit of Dr O’Donoghue’s pioneering approach, we encourage leadership pathways which support individual journeys, values, and aspirations, with the aim of high-impact and transformative change.

We want to hear from you, apply today here: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01kHjg0