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Indigenous Health Committee

The Indigenous Health Committee guides the ongoing review and development of RACS Indigenous health portfolio, to ensure that it continues to meet RACS’ aim to improve the health of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islanders and Māori. The Indigenous Health Committee comprises Māori and Aboriginal Fellows and trainees and may include non-Indigenous Fellows and trainees.

The Committee is governed by the Indigenous Health Committee Terms of Reference, reporting directly to Council.

IHC Members

Dr Maxine Ronald (Chair)
Dr David Murray
Dr Michael Wilson
Dr John Mutu-Grigg
Dr Benjamin Wheeler
Dr Benjamin Cribb
Dr Andrew Martin
Dr Ruth Mitchell
Dr Stephen O’Leary

In addition the IHC oversight the work of working and advisory groups.  These include:

  • The Māori Health Advisory Group: responsible for the implementation of Māori Health strategies, action planning and providing advice on Māori health initiatives, projects and content in RACS position statements and policies.
  • Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Working Group