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15 Oct 2025
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and the National Boards remain committed to the prevention of racism and discrimination in healthcare.
This includes the development of a culturally safe and respectful health workforce that contributes to the elimination of racism in the provision of health services.
As announced in September, health ministers have issued a policy direction around the practitioner response to racism and discrimination, including antisemitism.
Ministers highlighted the expertise and experience that Ahpra and the National Boards have in combating racism and discrimination. By way of example, ministers cited the strength of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Cultural Safety Strategy.
Under the direction, Ahpra and the National Boards will ensure health practitioners are undertaking sufficient education and training to help promote a culture of anti-racism and anti-discrimination and Ahpra will review notifications and complaints processes on racism and discrimination. Ahpra will also work with accreditation authorities to ensure that programs of study equip practitioners to address racism and discrimination.
