The Framework is designed to help all sector stakeholders work towards a culturally safe, responsive, and self-determined mental health system.
The Framework focuses on five key themes:
- Cultural strength
- Best practice
- Best evidence
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander presence
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership & influence.
The Framework and Implementation Plan align with the National Agreement on Closing the Gap, reinforcing commitments from all levels of government to work in genuine partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.