The NSW Health Aboriginal Workforce Strategic Framework 2011 - 2015 focuses on addressing health workforce skill gaps as well as supporting the economic and social wellbeing of Aboriginal people.
A strong partnership exists between the Centre for Education and Workforce Development (CEWD), Yarn'n Aboriginal Employment Services and the Local Health Districts.
South Western Sydney Local Health District has implemented a highly successful Aboriginal traineeship program, with substantial growth and high retention rates in its Aboriginal workforce.
At Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff are offered traineeships, advice on career development and ongoing support within the workplace.