Health Issues Centre was founded in 1985 and is the peak health consumer agency in Victoria

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The terms we use

Language is a powerful tool. No single set of definitions can describe how every person experiences their health and wellbeing, or how they define themselves. We acknowledge the diversity of preferences and know that not everyone will agree with the terms we have chosen. It is always our intention to be inclusive and respectful.

Consumers

 People with lived and living
experience of health conditions, care,
harm and recovery including carers,
family members and supporters.

Community

People with an interest in improving
the health system, including
potential health service users
and volunteers.

Engagement

Working with consumers and
community members to listen,
collaborate, partner, inform and
create change.

Our values