Indigenous Australians experience the most severe health disparities in the country, often requiring unplanned hospital stays far from home, leaving many without essential personal items. In response, NATSICC, in partnership with the Aboriginal Catholic Ministry in Adelaide and St Vincent de Paul’s, provides tailored toiletry bags for men, women, and children, including optional spiritual materials. For longer-term patients, artwork bags are also offered to support creative expression during recovery.

NATSICC has developed a foundational Online  Cross Cultural Competency Course for all Catholic workers, volunteers, Clergy and Religious. It is the first ever Cross Cultural training with a Catholic Focus and will equip participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

NATSICC has launched a new Palliative Care Packages project aimed at supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the final stages of life. Designed to meet a significant need, the initiative offers care packs to individuals of any or no religious belief, ensuring compassionate support is available to all who require it.