Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Communities

Health Equity Matters collaborates closely with our members to advocate and support multicultural groups, with the aim of closing the gap in HIV for culturally and linguistically diverse populations.

Program Objectives

  • Strengthen dialogue and knowledge sharing to enhance the HIV response in different states and territories.

  • Bring together experts in service delivery, research, community engagement and health promotion to encourage a broader and holistic approach to the HIV response.

  • Encourage the sharing of issues that are unique to multicultural communities and their lived experiences with HIV.

Working with culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

Health Equity Matters places a strong emphasis on addressing HIV within culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Our commitment involves actively working to reduce the HIV disparity among culturally and linguistically diverse people. We achieve this by collaborating closely with our members to advocate for and support multicultural communities.

Our approach to working with culturally and linguistically diverse communities is comprehensive. Data analysis enhances our understanding on specific challenges and needs within multicultural communities. This evidence-based approach allows us to tailor our initiatives effectively. Additionally, we prioritise close consultation with our members who have direct experience and insights into these communities and encourage the sharing of knowledge and experience with each other. The sharing of unique lived experiences is invaluable in shaping our strategies and ensuring they are relevant and impactful. It ensures communities impacted by HIV are empowered and placed at the forefront of the HIV response.

We strive to achieve meaningful progress in closing the HIV gap for culturally and linguistically diverse populations. This collaborative approach ensures that our efforts are informed, relevant and inclusive.