Migrant and Refugee Health: Advance Australia Fair?

Day, Gary

doi:10.1071/ahv40n1_ed

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“…International occupational therapists undertaking registration in New Zealand have reported similar emotional consequences to those identified in this study, reporting a lack of support, negative feedback from peers and the registration authority, and feelings of grieving due to loss of their professional identity (Mpofu & Hocking, 2013). Psychological and emotional issues also extend to other aspects of migration, with the inability to find employment and having to begin a new life being linked to experiencing social isolation and loneliness, which is thought to contribute to emotional, social, and mental health issues (Day, 2016;Ogunsiji, Wilkes, Jackson, & Peters, 2012). In general, migrants experience lower quality of health and health care, partially contributed to by cultural differences and language barriers (Day, 2016).…”

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“…Psychological and emotional issues also extend to other aspects of migration, with the inability to find employment and having to begin a new life being linked to experiencing social isolation and loneliness, which is thought to contribute to emotional, social, and mental health issues (Day, 2016;Ogunsiji, Wilkes, Jackson, & Peters, 2012). In general, migrants experience lower quality of health and health care, partially contributed to by cultural differences and language barriers (Day, 2016). The inclusion of IPGs into the health workforce may help address these causative factors, through increased diversity, enhanced cultural awareness, and a wider range of languages spoken (Mpofu & Hocking, 2013).…”

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characteristics and experiences of international physiotherapy graduates seeking registration to practise in Australia

Foo¹,

Storr²,

Maloney³

2017

NZJP

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This study aimed to identify the characteristics, and explore the experiences, of international physiotherapy graduates seeking registration to practise in Australia. Participants of a clinical-skills revision workshop run by an Australian University for internationally trained physiotherapists seeking to apply for registration were surveyed between 2013 and 2014. Survey questions focused on the experience of the registration process, and what it meant to participants. Data were analysed with descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. Seventy-three survey responses were received. Most participants were under 40 years old (88%), 48% were permanent Australian residents, and 37% had a Master’s level degree or higher. The median years since graduation was eight (interquartile range 6–12), 85% of participants spoke more than one language, and 56% reported that they would consider working in a rural location. Thematic analysis revealed insights into the risks perceived by participants while seeking registration to practise, affecting their personal wellbeing, professional development and recognition, partners and children, and resources. International physiotherapy graduates have potential to improve healthcare provision and address Australia’s growing health workforce needs, through their experience, diversity, and willingness to work in rural locations. However, international physiotherapy graduates also perceive significant risks associated with seeking registration to practise.

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characteristics and experiences of international physiotherapy graduates seeking registration to practise in Australia

Foo¹,

Storr²,

Maloney³

2017

NZJP

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Community-based health promotion about alcohol and other drugs in a multicultural Australia—what works? A review of evidence

O’Mara

Carey

2020

Health Education Research

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Refugee and migrant communities from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds in Australia experience dependency, stigma, isolation, mental health issues, family issues and other problems associated with alcohol and other drugs. Yet, refugee and migrant communities also face major linguistic, cultural and technological barriers to health promotion about drug-related problems. The aim of this review is to identify effective techniques and approaches for health promotion that reduces the risk of problems with drugs in culturally and linguistically inclusive ways. To identify what is effective, the Medline/PubMed database was systematically searched for health promotion literature published between 2008 and 2018. Grey literature from relevant agencies was also searched. The review considered both quantitative and qualitative outcome measures, and assessed studies using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme quality assessment tool. Three studies met inclusion criteria, with weak evaluations. The studies demonstrated effective community engagement, but do not provide conclusive evidence of what is effective drug-related health promotion. The review’s findings point to an important knowledge gap. More rigorous research and evaluation are required to identify effective health promotion for reducing drug-related issues with a larger, more diverse range of refugee and migrant communities.

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Migrant and Refugee Health: Advance Australia Fair?

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characteristics and experiences of international physiotherapy graduates seeking registration to practise in Australia

characteristics and experiences of international physiotherapy graduates seeking registration to practise in Australia

Community-based health promotion about alcohol and other drugs in a multicultural Australia—what works? A review of evidence

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