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First Peoples

Evaluation

Holding space for the modern matriarchy

Rebecca Kimlin, Megan Gulbin, Kerry Arabena

This report is an evaluation of the Keeping Families Healthy Together model, its key insights, strategies and outcomes. An Aboriginal women-led model of care developed within the Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network, with a particular focus on the Gawler region of South Australia, the model is grounded in Indigenous knowledge systems, cultural governance and...
Report

Building capacity, creating change


This report provides an overview of AbSec’s February 2025 sector forum which brought together stakeholders to deliberate and shape the future of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child and family sector in New South Wales. Key outcomes included strengthened collective advocacy, shared priorities for reform and a renewed commitment to self-determination as the foundation...
Fact sheet

Respecting and protecting Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP)


When First Nations communities share their knowledge and culture, including language, this is their Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP). This fact sheet and guide provide an understanding of what ICIP rights are so that they can be upheld and protected for individuals and communities, for First Nations communities engaged with and for future generations.
Evaluation

Final report: SNAICC early years support evaluation


This report presents the findings of an independent evaluation of SNAICC Early Years Support, conducted over its pilot phase from 2022 to 2024. The program supports and represents Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander early years services. The evaluation highlights the program's development, emerging impact and the conditions that support its success and future potential.
Fact sheet

What is truth-telling?


Truth-telling covers a range of activities that engage with a fuller account of Australia’s history and its ongoing impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It is fundamental to advancing reconciliation. This fact sheet outlines what truth-telling looks like and what it's about. It is accompanied by two additional resources on participating in and...