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Victoria’s Raise the Age Announcement ‘A Step Forward’ – But Bolder Action Needed
The Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO) welcomes yesterday’s announcement by the Victorian Government to raise the age of criminal...
VACCHO and Wurru Wurru Health Unit launch new Rainbow Mob Health Training in Pride Month
VACCHO in collaboration with Wurru Wurru Health Unit (WWHU) has launched a groundbreaking online course aimed at empowering workers in the health and wellbeing sector...
Sorry is Just the Start: VACCHO Responds to Victoria Police’s Apology
Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Shane Patton formally apologised for the force’s role in the removal of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from their...
Third VACCHO Statewide GP Gathering on Gunditjmara Country a Celebration of Culture and Connection
VACCHO recently hosted the third Statewide GP Gathering on picturesque Gunditjmara Country, bringing together GPs who work at Aboriginal Community Controlled Health...
2024-25 Victorian State Budget a Mixed Bag for Aboriginal Communities and Families
VACCHO acknowledges the Victorian Government’s decision to prioritise families in the 2024-25 State Budget. However, VACCHO believes that despite some positives,...
VACCHO Launches Men’s Possum Skin Cloak, Embracing the Power of Aboriginal Culture in Cancer Care
VACCHO is proud to launch a special Men’s possum skin cloak in a groundbreaking initiative aimed at supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cancer patients on...