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APPENDIX 1: ABS VALUES RELATING TO THE AHS OUTPUT STRATEGY
A selection of values below highlight the approach the ABS will take in releasing information from the Australian Health Survey.
Integrity
- our data, analysis, and interpretations are independent and objective
- we publish statistics from each survey that we conduct
- we operate in a way that encourages trust - we publish the dates for release of our statistics and early access to our statistics is strictly controlled under publicly known arrangements
- our methodologies and approaches are based on sound statistical principles and practices and are open to scrutiny
Relevance
- we work to meet Australia's information needs
- we collaborate with stakeholders to identify and address the most important data needs to inform policy and research
- our statistics are timely and we provide information about their quality to assist with their interpretation
- our statistics are relatable because they are developed in line with relevant nationally and internationally recognised statistical frameworks and standards
Service
- we understand that our role is to provide a service to the Australian community and governments
- we work to understand how clients use our statistics so we can respond more effectively to their needs
- we provide assistance to help clients make effective use of our statistics
- we build client trust by responding to requests in a timely fashion and provide explanations when we are unable to satisfy requests
Access for all
- our statistics are available to all Australians
- we present information in a way that is understandable
- we work to reduce barriers to accessing our statistics by improving their availability and usability
- we support intermediaries to make statistics more readily available
- we strive for accurate and widespread media coverage, and discussion of our information
Trust of providers
- we protect the confidentiality of information provided to us
- we consider the privacy implications of our collections and make this information publicly available
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