This research paper addresses the important area of communication in health care from the perspective of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It privileges the voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and focuses on the impact of the ways in which non-Indigenous healthcare workers communicate with them.

Although written from the perspective of health care generally, it has important implications for speech pathology.

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SPARK groups are designed to be a starting point for small group discussion and reflection with other speech pathology or interdisciplinary colleagues, workplaces, Branches or individually. There are a variety of resources (readings, YouTube videos, websites) available, each includes a description, links and suggested reflection questions. Group facilitation tips and using a yarning approach are also included.

Engaging with these resources will help members complete the minimum two hours of cultural learning (learning that supports cultural responsiveness and culturally safe practice with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and communities) required for Certification.

Speech Pathology Australia plans to build a library of resources for members, if you have a suggestion please contact the National Office email the Learning Hub.