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Welcome to the official page of Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (Justice Health NSW). This page is managed by Justice Health NSW and moderated Monday to

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If you would like to contact Justice Health NSW, please visit: https://www.justicehealth.nsw.gov.au/contact-justice-health-nsw

16/06/2026

What happens when Indigenous healing practices are embedded within a secure correctional health setting?

Join us at the Health Care in Secure Settings Conference 2026 to hear from New Zealand-based experts Jan Te Maru and Te Aroha Goldsworthy as they share the outcomes of an innovative Rongoā Māori Model of Care delivered within Auckland South Correctional Facility.

Their session, Embedding Indigenous Healing Practices in a Secure Correctional Health Setting: Outcomes from a Rongoā Māori Model of Care, will explore:
✅ Integrating Indigenous healing models into correctional healthcare
✅ Supporting holistic wellbeing through Te Whare Tapa Whā principles
✅ Addressing intergenerational trauma and building resilience
✅ Creating culturally safe and equitable healthcare environments
✅ Lessons and outcomes that can inform correctional and justice health services globally

With more than 30 years of nursing and correctional health experience across Australia and New Zealand, Jan brings extensive expertise in correctional healthcare leadership. Together with respected Rongoā Māori practitioner Te Aroha Goldsworthy, they offer powerful insights into culturally responsive approaches that support healing, connection and positive futures for people in custody.

This is a must-attend session for professionals working in correctional health, justice health, mental health, Indigenous health, custodial services and healthcare leadership.

🌏 Learn from international leaders.
🤝 Connect with colleagues from across the globe.
📅 Be part of one of the sector’s leading events in 2026.

Register today and secure your place: https://jhfmhn.eventsair.com/hcss-2026/register-now

03/06/2026

We are very pleased to announce Dr Adrian Mundt, Head of the Addiction Unit, Department of Psychiatry, University Hospital of the University of Chile. Dr Mundt will be delivering a key presentation at the 2026 Health Care in Secure Settings conference regarding complex dual disorders and mortality in prisons worldwide.

Dr Mundt has a strong background in psychiatry and psychotherapy. Since 2015, he has been Professor of Psychiatry at the Medical Faculty of the Universidad Diego Portales, and at the Medical Faculty of the Universidad de Chile, Santiago, Chile.

We can’t wait to hear from Dr Mundt at this year’s conference. Spaces are filling up quickly so secure your place now: https://bit.ly/3RR6bKc

02/06/2026

This month’s is our Senior Podiatrist, Sonali.

Sonali has built a statewide podiatry service that delivers specialist care to some of our most vulnerable patients across New South Wales. Through her dedication and expertise, she is helping improve health outcomes and quality of life for people who need it most.

"We're dealing with a really vulnerable population, and you're actually changing someone's life from the get-go."

Watch Sonali's story to learn more about her unique role, the challenges and rewards of her work, and the transformational impact she's making to our patients.

01/06/2026

We’re proud to partner with the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) for the next 12 months to help increase employment opportunities for people with disability.

Together, we’ll review our recruitment processes, build staff capability through training, and identify ways to create a more inclusive and accessible workplace.

With one in five Australians living with disability, small changes can make a big difference.

26/05/2026

🖤💛❤️ Aboriginal Primary Health Manager 🖤💛❤️

We’re looking for a passionate and strong Aboriginal leader to step into the role of Aboriginal Primary Health Manager and help shape culturally safe, high-quality care for our communities.

In this role, you’ll:
✅ Lead and support Aboriginal Health Practitioners and Enrolled Nurses
✅ Oversee day-to-day operations across primary healthcare services
✅ Drive culturally safe care for Aboriginal people in custody
✅ Work closely with stakeholders to strengthen service delivery
✅ Play a key role in building a respectful, supportive workplace

This is more than a management role it is an opportunity to make a real impact, advocate for people, and strengthen culturally responsive healthcare within Justice Health NSW.

We’re looking for someone with strong leadership skills, a strategic mindset, and a commitment to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal communities.

Justice Health NSW hashtag to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most.

👉 This is an identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander position.
If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and make a difference — we encourage you to apply.

Apply here: bit.ly/4wX1zTe

19/05/2026

We are very excited to announce Dr Alan Mitchell, President of the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture, will be delivering a keynote speech at this year’s Health Care in Secure Settings conference on 'Healthcare professionals in secure environments - their key role in preventing torture’.

Dr Mitchell has been involved with the work of the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture and Inhuman and Degrading Treatment or Punishment (CPT) since 2002 when as Head of Prison Healthcare in Scotland, he was engaged as an ad-hoc expert on a periodic visit of the Committee to Latvia. He continued his involvement as an expert until 2017 when he was elected as the member of the CPT in respect of the United Kingdom. In March 2021 he was elected President of the Committee.

We can’t wait to hear from Dr Mitchell at this year’s conference. Spaces are filling up quickly so secure your place now: https://bit.ly/3RR6bKc

14/05/2026

to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering support where it's needed most.

As the Aboriginal Cultural Capability Team Leader, you will provide strategic and operational leadership to grow an organisational culture that is respectful, inclusive, and responsive to Aboriginal people.

This role plays a critical part in driving sustainable cultural change by building strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders and influencing organisational practices to embed cultural safety at every level.

Apply here: https://bit.ly/4nnxaca

11/05/2026

This , we honour the extraordinary who bring compassion, dignity and humanity to every patient interaction at .

Behind every uniform is a person who chose a career built on care, empathy and making a difference to those in need.

Our nurses show up each day with strength, kindness and an unwavering commitment to delivering care to people that makes a difference.

In this video, our nurses share why they chose Justice Health NSW, what continues to inspire them, and the profound impact this work has on their lives and the lives of those they care for.

To all of our nurses across NSW, thank you for the care you give, the trust you build and the hope you bring to patients every single day.

Happy International Nurses Day. 💙

For more information about Justice Health NSW visit: https://bit.ly/43160yi

07/05/2026

Registrations have opened for the hotly anticipated 2026 Health Care in Secure Settings Conference.

📅 Thursday, 30 July & Friday, 31 July 2026
📍 International Convention Centre Sydney in-person or virtual attendance also available.

Join health professionals, researchers, policymakers, advocates, and health and justice leaders from across the globe for two inspiring days focused on improving health care outcomes in correctional, forensic, justice, and custodial settings.

You can expect:
- World class speakers
- Innovative models of care
- Cutting-edge research
- Lived experience perspectives

Whether you’re a clinician, nurse, allied health professional, academic, service provider, or are just passionate about equitable healthcare, this is your opportunity to connect, collaborate, and be part of the conversations driving change.

Places are expected to fill up quickly, secure your spot today at:
https://jhfmhn.eventsair.com/hcss-2026/registration

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