National Indigenous Kidney Transplantation Taskforce

Overview

This grant opportunity is to ensure continuity of healthcare improvements for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with end-stage kidney disease, led by the National Indigenous Kidney Transplantation Taskforce (NIKTT). The NIKTT aims to improve access to, and outcomes of, kidney transplantation for First Nations people. NIKTT has created a national network for enhancing the cultural safety of renal services and improving their accessibility to First Nations peoples. The grant objectives are: Enhancing First Nations Leadership in Kidney Health Equity Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration for Transplantation Equity and Access Comprehensive Kidney Health Landscape Analysis The intended outcomes are: Increased representation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices in key decision-making processes Development of culturally appropriate strategies Enhanced capacity building within Communities to drive sustainable improvements Enhanced network of healthcare providers, policymakers, and community organisations for transplantation equity  Increased access to/use of dashboard data for decision-making, research, or investigative purposes A comprehensive report to inform government policy and future resource allocation An updated baseline map for kidney health initiatives and activities relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people To view the grant opportunity documents, please select the red "Grant Opportunity Documents" button on the left-hand side.