Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Workshop in Sydney – June 2019 – a Culture interest event taking place on 2019-06-19 09:00:00 in Australia
As part of Murumal's commitment to helping people understand and appreciate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and culture, we are hosting this Aboriginal Cultural Awareness workshop. Our workshops are designed to up skill participants, and impart a deeper understanding, respect and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and peoples. Our objective is to help participants better understand how to engage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples effectively and appreciate the benefits of a culturally diverse workforce. The workshop will provide information that will help increase understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories and peoples. Having a greater understanding of the issues and context will enhance participant’s ability to engage respectfully. Furthermore, obtaining this knowledge will provide a stronger platform for the successful implementations of new initiatives for your organisation; such as a reconciliation action plan and Indigenous employment strategies. This one day workshop will be facilitated by Benny Eggmolesse, a Kurawali from the Diamantina River and Mbarbaram of the Atherton Tablelands. Benny’s background is in Human Resources specialising in diversity with a focus on Indigenous workforce development. He has a wide range of experience delivering Indigenous employment programmes, policy reform, cultural awareness training, cultural data analysis and HR consultation targeted towards closing the gap outcomes. What's covered We discuss in depth Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, customs and traditions. Participants develop a deep understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s connection to land, community and spirituality. Explore significant moments in history which have impacted on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, land, and culture. Participants will learn about key policies and events that changed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Examine Government policy and strategies that aims to reduce disadvantage among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with respects to Closing the Gap. In addition, Participants also look at their organisation own policy and key priorities targeted towards Closing the Gap Lastly, we wrap up the day by sharing with participants various resources for further learning. Participants are also advised on upcoming local events and encouraged to continue the learning journey. Other details: Morning tea, lunch and refreshments will be provided for our participants. Please advise if you have any dietary requirements in advance. Participants will be provided with a workbook. What to bring: Notes and pens, business cards, questions Terms and Conditions Bookings are essential, limited to 16 tickets per workshop Refund Policy: Cancellations made 7 days before the workshop will receive a credit to be used towards a future booking. Cancellations made less than 7 days will incur the full charge and will not be credited. Participants must attend the full day and cannot complete the workshop on separate dates. If you can't attend this workshop but would like to register your interest for future workshops, register your details on our website: https://www.murumal.com.au/training
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