The South Australian West Coast ACCHO Network (SAWCAN) is a collaborative network of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations serving communities across the Eyre and Far West Coast of South Australia. SAWCAN supports members to share knowledge, strengthen collaboration and improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and communities.
The South Australian West Coast ACCHO Network (SAWCAN) was established in 2020 by Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) across the Eyre and Far West Coast of South Australia to strengthen regional collaboration and improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and communities.
SAWCAN provides a forum for ACCHOs to work together, share knowledge and expertise, build capability, coordinate regional initiatives, and advocate on matters of shared importance.
Guided by the priorities identified collectively by its member ACCHOs, SAWCAN supports collaborative initiatives across a region spanning approximately 1,300 kilometres from Whyalla to the Western Australian border.
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Australia’s Tackling Indigenous Smoking Program is a community-led program that aims to improve the health of our people by inspiring all of us to quit or cut down on smokes and vapes. Smoking is a significant health issue within these communities, contributing to various chronic diseases and a reduced life expectancy.
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A reminder ahead of tomorrow's AusAlert test - Do you have a hidden or safe phone?
We shared information earlier today about the national AusAlert test taking place tomorrow at 1:30 pm (SA time).
We also wanted to share an important reminder for anyone who has a hidden or safe phone.
When the test is sent, the phone may vibrate, play a loud alert sound and light up, even if it is on silent or Do Not Disturb.
If it is safe to do so, consider turning the phone off before the test, switching it to aeroplane mode or storing it somewhere safe.
Your safety comes first. Only take steps that are safe for your situation.
For more information about the national AusAlert test, visit www.ausalert.gov.au/alerts-explained/national-test
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National AusAlert Test Tomorrow
At 1:30 pm (SA time) on Monday 27 July (tomorrow), a national test of the new AusAlert emergency warning system will be sent to mobile phones across Australia.
When the test arrives, your phone may:
-Vibrate
- Play a loud alert sound
- Display a message marked TEST
The alert may come through even if your phone is on silent or set to Do Not Disturb.
There is no need to do anything. This is only a test to make sure the system is ready to help keep everyone informed during emergencies.
If you are spending time with Elders, little ones or anyone who might be surprised by the loud alert, have a yarn with them and let them know.
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ACCHOs across the region have always worked together to care for Mob.
But leaders knew services would be stronger with a formal regional partnership, where ACCHOs could share knowledge, strengthen programs and support each other.
So in 2020, ACCHOs acted.
They formalised that approach, creating a regional model built by Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations – for Aboriginal communities.
That regional partnership is SAWCAN.
Led by ACCHOs.
Not government.
A partnership built by community, for community.
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