Australian Indigenous Doctors' Association

25/01/2026

Today, we acknowledge the ongoing strength, resilience and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, and reaffirm our commitment to truth-telling, justice and a culturally safe future for all.

🤍 We encourage you to look after yourself and each other.

22/01/2026

The Australasian College of Dermatologists is offering an Award to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander medical students and junior doctors with an interest in dermatology to attend the 58th ACD Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM).

📍 Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
📅 16 - 18 May 2026

The Award provides access to the ASM education program and networking opportunities, with categories covering registration only or registration plus limited travel support.

🔔 Applications are open until Sunday 15 February 2026

Learn more: https://www.dermcoll.edu.au/fellows/college-research-grants-awards/

20/01/2026

Yes, you read that right... 😉 We have 100 complimentary tickets to the Australian Health Week (AHW) to share with our members!

AIDA is a proud Community Partner for the upcoming AHW, happening March 11-12, 2026 at the ICC Sydney.

Members who register will gain access to:
✨ Access to the Future of Health Cocktail Party
✨ On-site Loyalty Bar
✨ $1000 Cash Challenge
✨ Professional headshots
✨ Exclusive meet-ups
✨ ...plus more!

🎟️ Claim your complimentary ticket here: https://tickets.lup.com.au/aus-healthcare-week-2026?cat=CAT-LOYALTY&ref=AIDA

18/01/2026

Shape your future and the future of remote and rural healthcare! 🌱

Round 1 applications for the Health Workforce Scholarship Program by Health Workforce Queensland are NOW OPEN! This program offers scholarships and bursaries to support qualified health professionals in remote and rural Queensland.

💰 Bursary: Up to $10,000 within a 12-month period to cover course fees and training-related expenses, including travel and accommodation. Suitable for online or face-to-face short courses, workshops, and conferences.

💸 Scholarship: Up to $10,000 per year for up to two years to complete a postgraduate qualification (postgraduate certificate, diploma, Master, or PhD).

Please note only one application can be submitted per round.

Applications close 1 February 2026. 📅 Make sure to check your eligibility and start planning your application today! https://sholink.to/1ce22b27

16/01/2026

Hello 2026! 👋🏼 We’re starting the year strong with a bundle of exciting opportunities. Check them out!

⭐ First Nations Academic | University of Sydney
Applications open until 29/01/2026
https://usyd.wd105.myworkdayjobs.com/en-GB/USYD_EXTERNAL_CAREER_SITE/job/Broken-Hill/First-Nations-Academic---Far-West-NSW--Identified-_0144105-1

⭐ Turner Syndrome Intl Conference | TSAA
Applications open until 31/01/2026
https://www.turnersyndrome.org.au/

⭐ EOI Cultural Safety Workgroup | CICM
Applications open until 31/01/2026
https://cicm.org.au/Web/Training-and-Education/Training-and-Education-Updates/Aboriginal-and-Torres-Strait-Islander-Health-and-Cultural-Safety-Working-Group.aspx

⭐ ASM Travel Award | ACD
Applications open until 15/02/2026
https://www.dermcoll.edu.au/fellows/college-research-grants-awards/

⭐ Lecturer Indigenous Health | University of Sydney
Applications open until 01/02/2026
https://usyd.wd105.myworkdayjobs.com/en-GB/USYD_EXTERNAL_CAREER_SITE/job/Camperdown-Campus/Lecturer-Indigenous-Health_0143925-1

⭐ Australian Cultural Diplomacy Grants Program | DFAT
Applications open until 06/02/2026
https://www.dfat.gov.au/people-to-people/public-diplomacy/acdgp/australian-cultural-diplomacy-grants-program

⭐ Seeking Interest for Ministerial Appointments | CRMEC
Applications open until 16/02/2026
https://www.crmec.net/

⭐ Seeking Advisory Board Members | Charles Sturt University's Rural Health Research Institute
Applications open until 28/02/2026
https://www.csu.edu.au/

⭐ SMO various sites | Torres and Cape Hospital & Health
Applications open until 30/06/2026
https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobtools/jncustomsearch.jobsearch?in_organid=14904

⭐ Greenspace4Hospital Staff study | University of Melbourne
Applications open until 16/12/2026
https://safes.unimelb.edu.au/research/girg/research/greenspace-4-hospital-staff

⭐ SA Ophthalmology Elective Grants | ANZEF
Applications open until 31/12/2027
https://anzef.org/scholarships/

Does your organisation have an opportunity to share with AIDA? 📩 Submit your details! aida.org.au/members/member-opportunities/

14/01/2026

Another great opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students committed to giving back to Community: the Roberta Sykes Scholarship by the Aurora Foundation.

This scholarship offers to $75,000 towards full-time university fees, international travel, and living expenses.

📲 Applications are open until 30 January 2026! Learn more and apply: https://banksia.aurorafoundation.com.au/Scholarship-Search/scholarship-details/?id=1f4169fb-7fb8-eb11-8236-000d3a6aee82 =f8adb15c-366f-4851-b1de-233b97dd0200&msdynmkt_prefill=mktprf1af89a1b82eb42b1a08ff554eae492b3eoprf

13/01/2026

Have you been enjoying a summer break on Country? ✨ We’d love to see the beauty of Country through your eyes and photos!

We’re looking to share more cultural imagery and landscapes across our communications throughout 2026.

📸 We’re inviting our Members to send us snapshots of Country that you’d love to share with our Community — whether it’s sweeping landscapes, shimmering waters, dramatic skies, or places of deep cultural significance.

Share your photos here 📩 aida.org.au/uncategorized/celebrating-beautiful-country/

08/01/2026

🌏 Are you (or someone you know) an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander artist, collective or organisation with a creative international project?

If you answered 'yes', then this might interest you? 👇🏾

The Australian Cultural Diplomacy Grants Program (ACDGP), led by Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, supports international projects that ✨ tell Australian stories, 💬 amplify First Nations voices, deepen bilateral partnerships, and 🤝🏽 build cultural understanding and connections overseas.

Learn more and apply here: www.dfat.gov.au/acdgp

Applications close Friday, 6 February at 4:00 pm (AEDT)

The Australian Cultural Diplomacy Grants Program (ACDGP) is now open.

ACDGP is one of DFAT’s key programs for advancing Australia’s cultural diplomacy - strengthening our influence, reputation and relationships around the world.

Are you an Australian artist or organisation with a creative international project that:
✔ Tells Australian stories
✔ Amplifies First Nations voices
✔ Builds cultural understanding and connections overseas?

We want to hear from you!

Applications close Friday, 6 February at 4:00 pm (AEDT).

Learn more and apply here: www.dfat.gov.au/acdgp

06/01/2026

In case you missed it over the holiday break! 🚨

We are proud of our AIDA Indigenous Medical Student of the Year, Brianna Ozies, who was recently featured in an article by National Indigenous Times (NIT) as she heads back to Country to practice medicine.

"My main aim is to become a GP, a general practitioner, so that I can be involved at the grassroots level and be present at every stage of my patients' journey to enhance their health outcomes," Brianna shared.

Congratulations, Brianna, for your commitment to Community-led, culturally safe care. 👏🏽

📰 Read the full article:

At only eight years old, Brianna Ozies had already decided she wanted to be a doctor.The proud Djugan woman had firsthand experience of the Indigenous health gap in her hometown of Derby, so she was d...

06/01/2026

The University of Melbourne are seeking applicants for the role of Lecturer in Medical Education (Curriculum Design and Coordination).

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander academics are encouraged to apply for this identified position by the 18 January deadline.

🙏🏽 Please share this opportunity with Community, colleagues or networks who may be interested or a good fit.

🔗 Find out more and apply here:
https://unimelb.wd105.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UoM_External_Career/job/Lecturer-in-Medical-Education--Curriculum-Design-and-Co-ordination-_JR-004576-1

05/01/2026

We are holding AIDA member Dr David Parsons and his family close in our thoughts. David is a proud Worimi man and newly graduated doctor who has contributed so much to Community.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for support:
-13YARN — 24/7 confidential support with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Crisis Supporter: 13 92 76
-Drs4Drs — wellbeing support for doctors and medical students: 1300 374 377

You can read more about David and / or contribute here: 👉

Hello, my name is Josh, and I’m David’s older brother. I have … Josh Parsons needs your support for David Parsons - recovering from a serious car accident

31/12/2025

As we reflect on 2025, we want to thank our AIDA Members, partners, advocates and allies for an extraordinary year. ✨

🙏🏽 Together, we delivered our biggest AIDA Conference to date, welcoming more than 500 delegates to Gadigal Country speaking to the growth of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representation in the health workforce.

✅ AIDA grows too, with you and for you, and we remain committed to advocating for a Culturally Safe healthcare system. This year alone, we delivered 19 Cultural Safety workshops, breaking our own record and echoing a strong call from Community and allies for cultural safety and awareness in clinical settings.

📅 Mark your calendars for our annual conference on Whadjuk Country happening from 3-5 September 2026! But that's not all... we'll also be hosting two STSP workshops this year, leading Cultural Safety workshops, hosting member gatherings, and showcasing our work at events all year long.

🎊 We look forward to reconnecting with you in the new year, recharged and ready to keep growing together!