Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jul 2, 2026

Using Visual and Narrative Methods to Achieve Fair Process in Clinical Care
Published on: February 16, 2011
'All In': Equitable Health Outcomes Require Culturally Safe Care for Everybody
Sara Filoche1, George Parker2, Ed Hyde1,3
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Otago, Wellington, New Zealand.
None:
In May 2026, the Legislation (Definitions of Woman and Man) Amendment Bill was introduced into the New Zealand Parliament; seeking to legally define 'woman' in law as 'an adult human biological female', and 'man' as 'an adult human biological male'. It would affect how trans, non-binary, takatāpui, and intersex people are viewed in the eyes of the law, weakening anti-discrimination protections and restricting rights and access to healthcare. RANZCOG's commitment to cultural safety is an important asset to guide health professionals as we grapple with how to respond to the Bill. Equitable health outcomes for everyone depend on it.
Related Concept Videos
Ethical Issues
Ethical Concerns in Healthcare:
Ethical Standards I
The Code of Ethics provisions outline the nurse's duty to the patient, the healthcare team, the profession, and society. The Code's fundamental principles include advocacy,...
Ethical Standards II
Nurses are entrusted with upholding various ethical principles and standards. Nurses forge solid therapeutic relationships using trust, empathy, autonomy, confidentiality, and professional competence.
Confidentiality is crucial, embodying respect for individual privacy and...
Patient-centered Care
Standards of Care I
Introduction To Health Care Delivery System
The Institute of Medicine (IOM) advocates for a patient-centered, effective, safe, timely, equitable, and effective healthcare system. The National Priorities...