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Don't forget to RSVP for the opening of our First Nations Insights program for 2024 where we'll discuss what’s next for reconciliation and how we can redouble our efforts by centring First Nations’ voices and lived experiences, recognising and hearing truth telling, and naming and addressing racism. “Last year millions of Australians stood up to say that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people must be heard on our issues. That mission continues. Now more than ever, keep showing up and seeking out First Nations voices and perspectives,’ says Karen Mundine, CEO of Reconciliation Australia, who will be a guest on the panel alongside Prof Peter Anderson, Director Indigenous Research Unit at Griffith University, and Kate Russell, CEO, Supply Nation, in conversation with DCA CEO, Lisa Annese. RSVP now. 👉 https://ow.ly/O7MF50QA3mP #IndigenousEmployment #IndigenousInclusion #AboriginalInclusion #Allyship #Allies #CulturalLoad #Reconciliation #BusinessAustralia #Leadership #InclusiveLeadership #RacismAtWork #WorkplaceCulture #DiversityEquityInclusion

Anti-racism action is vital for First Nations people. As we closed out National Reconciliation Week 2024, a crucial dialogue took place on racism in Australia. Nareen Young, Industry Professor of Indigenous Policy (Indigenous Workforce Diversity) at Jumbunna Institute of Indigenous Education and Research at UTS, and member of DCA’s Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander External Advisory Panel, emphasises the need for urgent action in our latest blog. Nareen’s impassioned call for national action underscores the need for change, now more than ever. 👉 https://ow.ly/ASu150S9eXp #FirstNationsInclusion #NRW2024 #ReconciliationWeek #Reconciliation #IndigenousInclusion #AboriginalInclusion #AntiRacism #Allyship #Allies #BusinessAustralia #Leadership #InclusiveLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #WorkplaceSafety #DiversityEquityInclusion #DiversityCouncilAustralia

 Women's training in Entrepreneurial Leadership and Financial Education from the Union for the Development of Vulnerable Families  with the support of the Canadian International Development Agency. #WomenInLeadership #EntrepreneurshipTraining #FinancialEducation #EmpoweringWomen #VulnerableCommunities #CommunityDevelopment #CIDA #WomenEmpowerment #LeadershipDevelopment

Did you know half of the world's population is under 30, according to the United Nations? In Canada, youth represent 35% of people. Despite this, when it comes to discussing issues that matter to this population, young voices are often dismissed or denied. On August 12, we mark International Youth Day. We want to see children and youth be all they can be, and that means recognizing their leadership potential in our communities and championing their voices today and every day. #YouthDay #YouthEmpowerment #YouthVoices #YouthLeadership #YouthInAction #YouthForChange #NextGenLeaders #SupportYouth

Indigenous youth are tomorrow’s community leaders. Read about how Bears Lair Dream Camps and Geena Jackson are helps nag Indigenous youth get a head-start on building business acumen in CCAB's latest Aboriginal Business Report (p.64) See the link in the comments to learn more! #indigenousyouth #youth #indigenousbusiness #indigenousentrepreneur

Hi all ... have received this note from the NPYWC Domestic & Family Violence Service (DFVS) in central Australia: "In the first three weeks of January 2024 over 300 phone calls have been received from women experiencing domestic violence in the remote NPY lands (population around 6000) (see map https://lnkd.in/g8varru4 ) As temperatures soar in Alice Springs, the NPYWC Domestic & Family Violence Service (DFVS) has been met with a very high number of calls for support by Anangu women fearing for their safety in remote Central Australian communities. NPYWC case workers organise complex evacuations and safety plans for women in very remote communities that may not have immediate access to police, emergency accommodation or transport. This summer has been alarming as workers face a barrage of urgent calls for support. In what is a national crisis, remote Anangu women experiencing domestic violence face greater barriers in finding safety in comparison to women in urban areas. Anangu women reside in some of the most remote areas of Australia that are often a blind spot for funding and infrastructure around domestic and family violence. Significant cultural and language barriers can also inhibit interaction with services and emergency support. Anangu women continue to respond to and resist violence with courage and perseverance, never giving up on their hope for a future free from violence. They put their trust in NPYWC for culturally safe and responsive support. This is why the demand for help is greater than ever. Our capacity to respond is also being pushed to the limit. We want to make sure these Anangu women are not forgotten, and that resources to support the safety of women and children are expanded to meet the need of remote Central Australia. We leave no woman behind - Atunypa Wiru Minyma Uwankaraku (Good protection for all women)" Here is their donate link: https://lnkd.in/gscUWkx5 Even better ... buy some of their stuff, as I did, here: https://lnkd.in/gERDn-ZR This book helped get me through some dark moments: https://lnkd.in/gmDvx2Jr

According to NDHS 2022, 10% of women & 13% of men have ever been tested for HIV and received the results. Communities’ leadership roles need to be made core in all HIV plans & programs and in their formulation, budgeting, implementation, monitoring & evaluation #WorldAIDSDay2023 #LetCommunitiesLead

Young people can be agents of change in the field of migration. During the AFS @YouthAssembly in New York, @Daniels_Ugochi highlights how young leaders are stepping up and advocating for change.

AbCF presents another powerful read by Sean Appoo on the challenges faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, peoples and organisations. While the historical injustices contained within this article is nothing new, we hope to renew vigor into the conversation and highlight the resilience and strength of First Nations Peoples and Communities. It’s well past time for a major paradigm shift – where our calls for true self-determination in all areas of our lives are not met with silence and inertia. The tireless efforts of our community orgs are humbling and inspiring, despite facing unrealistic expectations, and deserve due recognition. Our commitment as an organisation to championing issues and promoting smart, nuanced solutions remains as focused as ever. Let’s amplify First Nations voices, celebrate Indigenous ingenuity and work towards a future where everyone has an equal shot at success, at that elusive 'fair go'. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gdEqu7R3 #FirstNations #Aboriginal #Leadership #EmpowerCommunities 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) hold significant personal importance to me. Being born and bred in South Africa, a nation marked by a history of racism, I have been exposed to various forms of discrimination. My education at UC Berkeley School of Public Health provided me with insights into addressing discrimination in our everyday lives. I am currently a member of the Employment Equity Committee at ICON Strategic Solutions, South Africa, where I actively contribute to promoting equal opportunity and fair treatment in employment by eliminating unfair discrimination. While our committee plays a role in combating certain forms of discrimination, true transformation requires collective commitment. Individuals must challenge themselves to: 1) Embrace diverse perspectives 2) Recognize and address personal biases 3) Appreciate the strength derived from our collective diversity. Before recognizing biases however, the crucial step involves self-reflection. As we embark on the new year, 2024. I urge each of us to identify our biases and engage in meaningful conversations with those who hold different perspectives, aiming for understanding rather than correction 🙂. By acknowledging the positive outcomes stemming from a diverse environment, we contribute to the greater good, the culture of inclusion. I encourage you to watch Camara Jones's TED talk, providing valuable insights for self-reflection. Let's make 2024 a year of genuine commitment to diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. https://lnkd.in/dUbRpsKY