Archive for category: 45- Indigenous Studies

ORCHID: Healthy mums, healthy bubs l Erica Spry Emma Jamieson Julia Marley

September 11, 2026/in 32- Biomedical and Clinical Sciences, 45- Indigenous Studies, Health, Indigenous, Medicine, Dentistry & Health Sciences, Stories /by Rosanna Marchesani

Australia has seen gestational diabetes diagnoses rise over the past decade, along with associated pregnancy and birth complications. These risks disproportionately affect Aboriginal women, particularly in rural and remote regions, where limited access to culturally secure testing and care can create barriers to diagnosis, treatment and ongoing support. The ORCHID Study is a co-designed, community-based participatory research partnership bringing together Aboriginal communities, health services, clinicians and researchers. Through improved screening methods, culturally informed models of care and practical solutions, the team has improved the detection and management of gestational diabetes in rural and remote communities, increased the accuracy of testing, and delivered culturally appropriate care.

Martuwarra: Living Water Heritage of the Kimberley

March 13, 2025/in 45- Indigenous Studies, Culture and society, Education, Environment, Health, Indigenous, Public policy, Social, Stories /by Rosanna Marchesani

Co-Led by Associate Professor Sven Ouzman and Professor Anne Poelina from the Martuwarra Fitzroy River Council, a team of researchers from The University of Western Australia and elsewhere have worked closely with Kimberley communities to produce a comprehensive overview of the Kimberley and Martuwarra River under three main categories identified by Traditional Owners: Culture, Country and Truth. It has for the first time collaboratively recorded the rich history and cultural significance of archaeological sites in the region and its people and has produced the first extensive, systematic and holistic survey and digital mapping of the cultural heritage of the seven language groups living along Martuwarra.