In this episode, we talk to community members from culturally diverse backgrounds about their positive and negative experiences of living in Australia. We also talk to Andrea, an expert in 'unconscious bias'. Unconscious bias is the hidden thoughts that can lead to racial discrimination, often without us realising it. Can we unlearn the hidden bias we all have? Andrea shares solutions for individuals and workplaces to reduce bias and promote cultural understanding.

Special thanks to community members:

Jing Hua / Mo

Lien Nguyen

Tranh Pham

Adila Zainal

Luul Abdisamad 

Sumaya Keyse Abdinoor   

Unconscious Bias Training Facilitator:

Andrea Gaddie (CEH: Centre for Culture, Ethnicity and Health)

Useful links:

Harvard Implicit Association Test

https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/research/

Unconscious Bias workshop enquiries:

https://www.ceh.org.au/request-training/

This episode commemorates Cultural Diversity Week (March 18th-24th) and the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination March 21st).

Van is a cook at Cultural Catering, a social enterprise and a program of North Richmond Community Health. If you want to find out more or see what Van and the cooks have on the menu - visit https://www.culturalcatering.org.au/

Special thanks to Van Nguyen for sharing her story.

This episode, recorded during the 16 Days Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, explores how we can consider culture when addressing gender-based violence - featuring counselors Hamsa Johnston and Zahra Abdurrahman.

They discuss the diverse manifestations of family violence, the cultural challenges in recognising abuse, and propose policy changes - particularly for temporary visa holders facing financial dependence and housing insecurity. This episode emphasises the importance of non-judgmental support, empowerment, and collaboration with social service providers who may not recognise signs of family violence.

Guests:

Hamsa Johnston, Counselling Case Worker at North Richmond Community Health

Zahra Abdurrahman, Specialist Family Violence Case Worker at the Australian Muslim Women's Centre for Human Rights

Australian Muslim Women's Centre for Human Rights: https://amwchr.org.au/

North Richmond Community Health: https://nrch.com.au/

This episode was created in support of the Community Health First campaign, which aims to show the important role of community health services in our wider health system and to help them meet the needs of everyone.

https://www.communityhealthfirst.org.au/

Guests:

• Dr Gloria Moscattini (NRCH GP)
• Dr David Isaac (NRCH GP)
• My (community member)
• Jing Yuan Zhan (community member)

music:

Theme music - Tom Mitchell

Foreign Land - Common Interest

Le Lac - Sara Afonso

Content warning: This episode will discuss drug overdoses in detail, which may be disturbing to some listeners.

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You can learn to save a life in 5 minutes and be a lifeline for your loved ones or community members.

In this episode, Crios, Proactive Overdose Response Initiative (PORI) Coordinator at NRCH’s Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR), sheds light on the opioid overdose landscape in Melbourne. Learn how prescription opioids contribute significantly to overdose statistics and how we can prevent overdose fatalities on a wider scale. We also talk to residents of the North Richmond community to understand the personal impact of naloxone training.

This episode was produced in commemoration of International Overdose Awareness Day.

Special thanks to:

Crios O'Mahony, Proactive Overdose Response Initiative (PORI) Coordinator

and local residents:

Judy, Tanya and Elizabeth

Music:

Ripples: Ketsa

Le Lac: Sara Afonso

NRCH intro theme: Tom Mitchell

In this episode, Achut Thuc discusses the unspoken battles and hidden stories surrounding mental health in Sudanese and Somali communities.

How does your community respond when someone faces mental illness?

This podcast will examine deep-rooted beliefs, and cultural norms that shape our response. We'll also explore the potential for compassion and understanding that lies within.

This episode also discusses the art of empathetic conversation! Our guests provide practical insights and guidance on how to approach and support someone who might be experiencing mental health challenges in our communities.

Tune in to be part of the conversation that aims to empower, educate, and break down barriers.