Evaluating the implementation of the Deadly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nursing and Midwifery Mentoring (DANMM) programme: a mixed-methods pilot study conducted across four Local Health Districts in New South Wales, Australia.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Cultural safety is critical to addressing healthcare disparities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The Deadly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nursing and Midwifery Mentoring (DANMM) programme was developed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nurses and Midwives through culturally responsive mentorship. This pilot study evaluates the feasibility and acceptability of the DANMM programme and its impact on cultural safety knowledge and workplace experiences.

Design

A mixed-methods exploratory study research design was employed. Data collection methods were underpinned by the Ngaa-bi-nya evaluation framework.

Setting

Four Local Health Districts in New South Wales, Australia.

Participants

20 participants completed the Gan

SUBMITTER: Fealy S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12421186 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature