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Embracing Aboriginal self-determination, we're committed to reducing family violence and achieving better outcomes for Aboriginal communities in Victoria. The second 3 Year Action Plan for Dhelk Dja: Safe Our Way – Strong Culture, Strong Peoples, Strong Families 10 Year Agreement outlines: ⬜️ 17 high-level actions ⬜️ More than 100 supporting activities This is to support Dhelk Dja’s vision through to 2025. 🤝 Dive into the details: https://lnkd.in/gzCjuyzm

We’re proud to have backed the establishment of Ballarat & District Aboriginal Co-operative (BADAC) new Elders’ Independent Living Village with more than $2 million in funding. The village will provide a safe, dignified and culturally vibrant home for up to 16 Aboriginal Elders. Designed in consultation with Elders, the village is an example of what can be achieved by supporting self-determination. Learn more https://lnkd.in/eFXaiMjC

FEEL – A Lifeline for Vulnerable Communities in T&T and Beyond Established by Clive Pantin, a former Minister of Education and Principal of Fatima College, the Foundation for the Enhancement and Enrichment of Life (FEEL) is an umbrella civil society organisation whose contributions to the betterment of Trinidad and Tobago (T&T) have left an indelible mark on our nation since its inception in 1992. . . . .  https://lnkd.in/eBSQsc-J #whoswhotrinidadandtobago #trinidadandtobago #businesstrinidadandtobago

it's a big week! the very first NSW Anti-Slavery Forum starts tomorrow 📢 check out the two-day program below for a snapshot of what's to come! *stay tuned* for my reflections over the next two days & pls feel free to engage by sharing any of your thoughts, comments, questions or concerns. #AntiSlaveryForum #modernslavery #bizhumanrights #susty #esg

Land acknowledgements have grown in popularity in recent years as a way to recognize the contributions of Native American communities. But how do you move beyond performative messaging and into building relationships? The MNA team has been working to deepen our understanding of, commitment to, and partnerships with Native American communities in Montana. Read about how our land acknowledgement practice has evolved and continues to grow. https://lnkd.in/g4CdKqVS

We stand united. HELP COMBAT ANTISEMITISM: 📌 Lobbying 📌 Social Media 📌 Networking 📌 Education 📌 Stay Informed ✅ Join us in our efforts to defeat those who war against global Jewry: https://lnkd.in/dgwsPgb3

YWCA Canada issued an apology to Indigenous communities for involvement in programs offered at residential schools and Indian hospitals supporting colonial ideologies and promoting policies of assimilation. "As we have embarked on a journey towards meaningful reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, YWCA Canada is taking ownership of the harms caused as part of our legacy as a historically colonial institution with faith-based origins that were used to assimilate Indigenous communities," Aline Nizigama, chief executive officer of YWCA Canada, said in a news release last week. In 2019, the organization commissioned research on its role in residential schools and Indian hospitals, and published a summary report last week.

I'm on a panel at this forum next week, to talk about how we deal with the risk of modern slavery in renewable energy supply chains. As the forum will show, this is not a challenge unique to renewable energy, but our industry needs to be part of a solution to this global problem. Looking forward to the discussion.

Living Planet Monitor on Africa The global Blue Community World Council of Churches WWC launched the first issue of the “Living Planet Monitor”, focusing on Southern and Eastern Africa. https://zurl.co/62xT

Two of the social-emotional capabilities that Queenwood aims to develop are independence and agency. In this article Mrs Pip Turner, Year 5 Teacher and Junior School Coordinator of Pastoral Care, discusses the resounding success of the Year 5 Independence Project at Queenwood. Through hands-on experiences and risk-taking, the girls have gained confidence, resilience and a stronger sense of agency. The project highlighted that with trust and encouragement, our girls can achieve more than they ever imagined. https://ow.ly/OGqY50TrrfC