HMS, HIC EQ-Bank 028 MC

The Department of Health has established a network of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) in rural communities to better meet the healthcare needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This initiative primarily addresses which social justice principle?

Rights
Participation
Equity
Access

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\(D\)

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D is correct as ACCHOs are designed to improve access to culturally appropriate healthcare services in rural communities.
This is primarily addressing the principle of access as it focuses on improving healthcare availability for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in rural communities.

Other options:

A is incorrect as this is primarily about service provision rather than rights protection.
B is incorrect as while ACCHOs involve community participation, the primary focus is improving access to healthcare services.
C is incorrect as while equity is related, the main focus is on ensuring physical access to healthcare services.