Rhys Jones

TL;DR: A definition for cultural safety is proposed that is more fit for purpose in achieving health equity, and the essential principles and practical steps to operationalise this approach in healthcare organisations and workforce development are clarified.

TL;DR: The authors developed a consensus statement that synthesizes evidence from research, evaluation, and the collective experience of an international research collaboration including experts in Indigenous medical education and articulates key principles that can be applied at multiple levels to advance Indigenous health equity.

TL;DR: In this paper, the authors examine Maori research practices in the context of a current project exploring the health of Maori men and highlight some of the major issues that have arisen and examine the application of tikanga Maori in a research context.

TL;DR: This viewpoint paper provides an overview of existing frameworks that can be used to develop thinking and positioning in relation to the Treaty of Waitangi and responsiveness to Māori and argues for greater engagement with responsive activities as part of the authors' commitment to achieving equitable health outcomes.

TL;DR: A conceptual model is developed that highlights how government and private policies influence health equity by impacting the healthcare system (access to care, structure and quality of care, payment of care), and integration of healthcare system with social services.