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ArticleHealth research policy and systems2022

First Nations Australians' self-determination in health and alcohol policy development: a Delphi study.

Annalee E Stearne, K S Kylie Lee, Steve Allsop, Anthony Shakeshaft, Michael Wright

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  1. Alcohol use in Australia: countering harm with healing.The Lancet regional health. Western Pacific · 2023
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Annalee E StearneFaculty of Health Sciences, National Drug Research Institute, Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia, Australia. a.stearne@curtin.edu.au.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8840-9887
K S Kylie LeeFaculty of Health Sciences, National Drug Research Institute, Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.
Steve AllsopFaculty of Health Sciences, National Drug Research Institute, Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.
Anthony ShakeshaftNational Drug and Alcohol Research Centre, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Michael WrightFaculty of Health Sciences, Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.

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National Health and Medical Research Council 1117198
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundRecognition of the role of structural, cultural, political and social determinants of health is increasing. A key principle of each of these is self-determination, and according to the United Nations (2007), this is a right of Indigenous Peoples. For First Nations Australians, opportunities to exercise this right appear to be limited. This paper explores First Nations Australian communities' responses to reducing alcohol-related harms and improving the health and well-being of their communities, with a focus on understanding perceptions and experiences of their self-determination. It is noted that while including First Nations Australians in policies is not in and of itself self-determination, recognition of this right in the processes of developing health and alcohol policies is a critical element. This study aims to identify expert opinion on what is needed for First Nations Australians' self-determination in the development of health- and alcohol-related policy.

methodsThis study used the Delphi technique to translate an expert panel's opinions into group consensus. Perspectives were sought from First Nations Australians (n = 9) and non-Indigenous Peoples (n = 11) with experience in developing, evaluating and/or advocating for alcohol interventions led by First Nations Australians. Using a web-based survey, this study employed three survey rounds to identify and then gain consensus regarding the elements required for First Nations Australians' self-determination in policy development.

resultsTwenty panellists (n = 9 First Nations Australian) participated in at least one of the three surveys. Following the qualitative round 1 survey, six main themes, 60 subthemes and six examples of policy were identified for ranking in round 2. In round 2, consensus was reached with 67% of elements (n = 40/60). Elements that did not reach consensus were repeated in round 3, with additional elements (n = 5). Overall, consensus was reached on two thirds of elements (66%, n = 43/65).

conclusionsSelf-determination is complex, with different meaning in each context. Despite some evidence of self-determination, systemic change in many areas is needed, including in government. This study has identified a starting point, with the identification of elements and structural changes necessary to facilitate First Nations Australian community-led policy development approaches, which are vital to ensuring self-determination.

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Public PolicyAustraliaDelphi TechniqueHumansPersonal AutonomyAlcoholAustraliaFirst Nations AustraliansPolicy developmentRightsSelf-determination

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