Healthy Cities works to improve the health of populations in the Illawarra by:

• Engaging communities in processes which will identify local health issues and establish projects to address these needs.
• Supporting, providing referral and advocating for people and local groups which have specific health needs.
• Identifing and pursuing opportunities to attract resources for local health and social programs.
• Supporting and fostering projects which enhance and develop the cultural and spiritual identity of local communities.
• Supporting and assisting community groups and member organisations to resolve their health issues.
• Building local capacity to resolve health issues through skill building, mentoring and development of partnerships.
• Supporting unincorporated organisations or community groups in planning and conducting relevant community health projects.
• Strengthening community connections through the organisation and support of a recognition program.
• Developing and strengthening partnerships with government and business to develop policies and plans which recognise and integrate Healthy Cities principles.
• Contributing to regional planning and development for emerging high priority public health issues.
• Developing productive partnerships with government, non-government and community organisations on innovative community based, social health projects.
• Promoting the safety, health and well being of at risk population groups.
• Coordinating and supporting community development and education initiatives aimed at reducing the transmission of sexually transmitted infections including HIV/AIDS.
• Supporting and assisting regional efforts to focus on the underlying causes of ill health as they relate to specific health issues such as tobacco control, nutrition and physical activity.

 

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