Torres Strait Islanders face more than their fair share of health impacts from climate change
- Written by Nina Lansbury Hall, Senior Lecturer, School of Public Health, The University of Queensland
Torres Strait Islander peoples intend to live on their traditional country long-term. Living on the northernmost islands of Queensland allows these “saltwater people” to maintain their cultural responsibilities, identity and kinship connections.
Caring for country and keeping these connections can also bring health benefits. However,...
