19/03/2026
Today, on National Close the Gap Day, we’re reflecting on the role we all play in reducing health inequalities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Our Board plays a critical role in guiding NT PHN’s strategic direction, and we are proud that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders make up the majority of its membership, ensuring community voices remain at the centre of our decisions.
To facilitate reflection, two Board members, Allison Grierson and Leeanne Caton, alongside Shannon Cowdrey-Fong from our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Branch, brought together staff from across the Territory for an interactive online learning session.
The session reinforced that Closing the Gap is a shared responsibility, recognising that while health remains a key focus, meaningful progress requires genuine partnerships between all sectors that impact social and emotional wellbeing.
To learn more about the strategic priorities for Closing the Gap over the next year, visit: https://bit.ly/4sODRp5