This report presents the process and the findings from a project conducted by the Victorian Refugee Health Network from July 2015 to July 2016. The project aimed to consult with people from refugee backgrounds, including people seeking asylum, about health and experience of using health services in Victoria. 115 consultations were conducted with individuals and groups from refugee backgrounds. Eight main themes were identified in the consultation responses:
1. Healthy eating and food security
2. Social connectedness
3. Physical exercise and sport
4. Health information and knowledge about health service systems
5. Communication with health providers
6. Accessibility and appropriateness of services
7. Mental health
8. Income and employment
The report makes recommendations for a range of stakeholders in each of the key theme areas.
