Photo Credit: Anna Warr  NSW TELSTRA BEST OF BUSINESS AWARD FOR BUILDING COMMUNITIES WON BY INDIGENOUS BUSINESS INSPIRING ALLIES  When Aboriginal Elder, Aunty Munya Andrews, and Community Engagement Specialist, Carla Rogers, met in 2011 they knew they shared a common…

“This is the biggest opportunity we’ll have in our lifetime to effect Reconciliation,” says Carla Rogers, co-Author of Practical Reconciliation with Aboriginal Elder, Aunty Munya Andrews. Up until this point, the co-Authors and co-Directors of Evolve Communities, a trusted authority…

Understanding the history of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is an important aspect of Reconciliation. Looking at events such as the introduction and escalation of the assimilation policy in Australia is a stark insight into the inequalities and disadvantages…

While the Referendum to vote on the proposal to bring the Indigenous Voice to Parliament is an important moment, we should appreciate that this point has arrived more than 250 years since James Cook claimed ownership of the Australian east…

As we approach the Australian Referendum on the proposed introduction of a permanent Indigenous Voice to Parliament, many are interested in what this might mean and the benefits for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people now and in the generations…

Aboriginal inclusion in the workplace is about creating environments where First Nations employees are respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. In practice, this means recognising discriminatory behaviour, understanding its impacts, and taking proactive steps to ensure everyone is treated fairly.…

Learning how to deal with racism is essential for any business, particularly larger organisations with substantial workforces, which needs to find strategic and effective ways to promote inclusion, accessibility, and respect for all employees. While many company owners assume that…

Aboriginal racism in the workplace is a considerable problem for countless organisations and businesses. Discrimination can impact business reputations, staff retention, and the experiences of individuals who may have been treated unfairly or found it impossible to progress to the…

National Sorry Day is an annual event observed on the 26th of May across Australia. Also known as the ‘National Day of Healing,’ it is a chance for communities to come together, remember, and honour the Stolen Generations. Many Indigenous…

Introducing cultural leave into workplace policies is a valuable way to show inclusive respect for all workforce members, acknowledging that requests for leave may require a flexible approach to offer support and compassion for employees of all cultures, faiths, and…