Annual Report 2011

The past year has seen many of VicHealth’s partnerships and investments deliver considerable outcomes. In this report you’ll find highlights for each of our priority areas as well as this year’s award winners for excellence in health promotion, which were announced at our Annual General Meeting on 1 December.

The partnerships analysis tool

This resource is for organisations entering into or working in a partnership to assess, monitor and maximise its ongoing effectiveness. It was revised in 2011 and now includes information on changing organisations.

Inspiring health - An introduction to VicHealth

As the world’s first health promotion foundation, VicHealth has over 20 years’ experience and a recognised track record in drawing diverse groups and sectors together to influence individuals’ health-related lifestyles, and to improve the social, cultural, economic and physical environments required to sustain health.

Strategic Priorities 2009–2013

VicHealth's Strategy and Business Plan 2009-2013 features a particular focus on increasing participation in physical, social and economic environments, and the role they play in priority health issues. A key strategic priority aims to reduce health inequalities.

National Charter for Health

VicHealth Funding Model

How has VicHealth been funded since its inception in 1987?  VicHealth Funding Model

The Story of VicHealth: A world first in health promotion

The Story of VicHealth – A world first in health promotion (November 2005) is a fascinating overview of VicHealth from its inception in 1987 to the present day.

An introduction to the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth)

Improving the Lives of all Victorians: An introduction to the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth)

A Basic Guide to Creating Healthy Environments

This guide explains some of the things organisations can do to create a healthy environment, along with a list of possible strategeis. A healthy environment is achieved when an organisation is accessible to all community members, values its volunteers and participants, provides smoke-free areas, adopts sun-protection measures, provides healthy food choices and ensures responsible alcohol management practices are in place when conducting events or activities.

Partnerships Fact Sheet

Are all partnerships the same? This VicHealth fact sheet explains the partnership continuum (networking, coordinating, cooperating, collaboration) as well as benefits and resources.   Partnerships Fact Sheet