Australian Respiratory Council

The Australian Respiratory Council (ARC) is a charitable non-government organisation dedicated to improving lung health and eliminating preventable respiratory diseases, particularly tuberculosis (TB), in Australia and the Indo-Pacific region. With over a century of advocacy and public health initiatives, ARC collaborates with civil society, researchers, government, and industry to translate research and evidence-based practices into sustainable health solutions that benefit diverse communities.

Flagship Project: Tuberculosis Elimination and Lung Health Promotion

The Australian Respiratory Council’s flagship project focuses on the elimination of tuberculosis (TB) and the promotion of respiratory health across Australia and the Indo-Pacific. This project involves capacity building, health care worker training, community engagement, and research funding to support sustainable health outcomes. ARC’s efforts target vulnerable populations and aim to reduce the burden of preventable lung diseases through innovative, community-based approaches.

Mission and Vision

ARC’s mission is to improve lung health in Australia and the Indo-Pacific region by translating research and evidence-based practices into sustainable health solutions. Its vision is a world free of preventable lung disease, achieved through partnerships, capacity building, and community-focused interventions.

Main Objectives

• Support TB elimination and respiratory disease prevention programs
• Build capacity through training and education of health care workers
• Fund innovative research to improve care and treatment
• Engage communities to raise awareness and reduce stigma
• Develop partnerships to strengthen health systems

Benefiting Groups

• People affected by tuberculosis and respiratory diseases in Australia and the Indo-Pacific
• Indigenous, rural, and remote communities with high respiratory health needs
• Health care workers and researchers involved in lung health and TB management
• Vulnerable populations exposed to environmental respiratory risks

Types of Services and Activities

• Funding research grants for TB and respiratory disease studies
• Developing educational resources such as training modules, flipcharts, and brochures
• Delivering health worker training and capacity-building programs
• Implementing community-based projects to improve lung health awareness and TB control
• Advocacy and partnership development with local and international health agencies