09/09/2026
How do we create a health system that is accountable for equity?
That was the focus of Monday's donor lunch, held following our webinar on systemic racism in health. Bringing together leaders, advocates and supporters, the discussion reinforced a critical reality: systemic racism continues to shape health outcomes for First Nations and multicultural communities across Australia.
The conversation also highlighted a practical solution. Australia needs a Multicultural Health Equity Observatory to collect data, monitor inequities, inform action and hold systems accountable for change.
Thank you to Giridharan Sivaraman Race Discrimination Commissioner and Sonja Hood from the Scanlon Foundation Research Institute, and to all attendees who contributed their insights and commitment to this important work.
We are also deeply grateful to Maurice Blackburn Lawyers for hosting, and to Judy Foster from Philanthropy Research Desk for her incredible work in supporting and mentorship throughout the process.
