Question 1

What is the Women’s Group-based Program?

Accepted Answer

The Women’s Group-based Program is a culturally safe and community-driven initiative designed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women in their journey to quit smoking or vaping. The program provides health services with training, tailored resources, and support to implement a group-based program empowering women to improve their health and wellbeing.

Question 2

Who is the program for?

Accepted Answer

The program is designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, especially those who are:
Looking to quit smoking or vaping.
Pregnant or planning to have children.
Seeking culturally safe and supportive environments for their health journey.

Question 3

How can organisations get involved?

Accepted Answer

Organisations can play a key role in promoting and delivering the Gulibaa Women’s Program by:
Signing up to host the program in their community.
Accessing small grants to run the program locally.
Distributing program resources to their networks.
Collaborating on tailored sessions or webinars for their clients.

Contact us to get involved
whichway@newcastle.edu.au

Question 4

What resources and support are available to organisations?

Accepted Answer

Participating organisations will receive:
Small Grants: Financial support to implement the program locally.
Resource Toolkit: Including brochures, posters, and culturally appropriate promotional materials.
Training: Access to online and in-person training to deliver the program effectively.
Ongoing Support: Assistance from the Which Way team to help implement and promote the program.

Question 5

What is the timeline for the program?

Accepted Answer

The Women’s Group-based Program operates on a structured timeline:

Sign-Ups Open: Organisations can express interest and register now.
Program Launch: Resources and training will be distributed within two months of sign-up.
Implementation Phase: Organisations run the program locally over a 6-week period, supported by the Which Way team.
Feedback and Reporting: At the end of the program, participating organisations will share outcomes and feedback to refine future efforts.

Question 6

What are the eligibility requirements for organisations?

Accepted Answer

Organisations eligible to participate in the program include:

Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs).

Question 7

How can the program benefit my organisation?

Accepted Answer

By hosting the Women’s Group-based Program, your organisation can:

Enhance your health service offerings with culturally safe initiatives.
Build stronger connections with your local community.
Support long-term health outcomes for women and families.
Access grants and training to expand your capacity.

Question 8

How can the program be promoted within my community?

Accepted Answer

The program provides a range of promotional materials and strategies, including:

Social Media Kits: Ready-to-use posts and images for platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
Posters and Brochures: Customisable for local distribution.
Community Events: Host yarning circles, workshops, or launch events.
Direct Outreach: Tailored email templates and support to engage your audience.

Question 9

How do I sign up or learn more?

Accepted Answer

To sign up your organisation or learn more about the Gulibaa Women’s Program, visit:

Program Information and Registration Page: Gulibaa Women’s Program

For further inquiries or assistance, please contact us at whichway@newcastle.edu.au

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