Appendix C. Progress toward targets

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Introduction

Figure C1 sets out progress toward targets and other measures as detailed in the Victorian Aboriginal Affairs Framework 2013–18.

Figure C1

Progress towards Victorian Aboriginal Affairs Framework targets

Maternal and early childhood health and development

Appendix B. Mainstream services, strategies and programs

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Figure B1 sets out the service responsibilities of audited departments and their recent strategies, plans and related documents that are relevant to accessibility of those services to Aboriginal Victorians.

Figure B1

Audited department services, strategies and programs

Mainstream services	Strategies/related documents	Additional programs and services designed to assist access
Department of Human Services

Appendix A. Barriers to access and required actions

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Introduction

Figure A1 lists the barriers to mainstream services for Aboriginal Victorians and the actions required to address them.

Figure A1

Barriers and required actions

Barriers	Required actions

4 Access, outcomes, monitoring and reporting

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At a glance

Background

The Victorian Aboriginal Affairs Framework (VAAF) states that increased access to services will lead to improved outcomes for Aboriginal Victorians. Departments need to undertake robust planning, monitoring and reporting to identify and address barriers to access.

3 Plans, programs and strategies

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Background

Plans, programs and strategies should be consistent with the Victorian Aboriginal Affairs Framework (VAAF) and demonstrate how each department will improve access and inclusion for Aboriginal people across all service areas.

Conclusion

Plans, programs and strategies do not yet adequately reflect the service access criteria of the VAAF.

2 Understanding the needs of Aboriginal Victorians

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Background

Victorian Government departments need a sound understanding of the service needs of Aboriginal Victorians to be able to design and deliver services which are accessible.

Conclusion

Audited agencies have a reasonable understanding of the service needs of Aboriginal Victorians. However, this is constrained by a lack of broad consultation and complete and reliable data.

1 Background

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1.1 Introduction

1.1.1 Victoria's Aboriginal population

Victoria's Aboriginal population is relatively small compared to other parts of Australia. The 2011 census reports that there are around 47 000 Aboriginal people in Victoria — 0.9 per cent of the total population — an increase of around 40 per cent between 2006 and 2011. This growth is attributed to higher birth rates, migration to Victoria and higher rates of people identifying as Aboriginal.