NSLHD recognised for leadership in LGBTIQ+ inclusive care
NSLHD LGBTIQ+ Strategy Project Manager Jemma Clifton and Chief Executive Anthony Schembri are presented with the award by ACON representatives Francisco Lopez and Tidge Backhouse (right)
The district was recognised with a prestigious Gold Service Provider Award for its commitment to inclusive healthcare, following its submission to the Health + Wellbeing Equality Index that is led by Australia’s largest LGBTQ health
organisation, ACON. To celebrate the achievement, the district held a vibrant awards ceremony where ACON representatives Francisco Lopez and Tidge Backhouse presented the trophy to Chief Executive Anthony Schembri and NSLHD The index measures the shifting practice within health, wellbeing, and human services. Participation provides service providers with clear guidelines for getting started, as well as a reportable gap analysis of their current practice. This analysis can LGBTIQ+ Strategy Project Manager Jemma Clifton.
then be used to progress work in LGBTQ+-inclusive service provision. Jemma said the district had made significant strides in improving care for LGBTIQ+ communities and the achievement would provide a foundation for the next part of the journey. “There is still work to be done to achieve our vision: that LGBTIQ+ people in Northern Sydney attain equal health outcomes to the general population,” she said.
“Our services are here for you. Expect to be respected, and please let us know if you are not receiving the care you need so that we can work to support you.”
If you would like to share your experiences as an LGBTIQ+ patient, please use the district’s bespoke LGBTIQ+ Patient Experience Survey here: https://lnkd. in/grHk2VMQ.
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