Aboriginal Insights is the only Australian provider that has developed a pathway through Cultural Awareness learning, using the three Protocols framework. Cultural Awareness training is not a one size fits all - tick the box, short form lesson and you are now 'culturally aware'. It is a guided journey to open a new way of thinking to progress with your workplace and community. It is about developing your Aboriginal Community Lens - how your words and actions are perceived by the Aboriginal community.
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The Learning that actually makes a Difference
Aboriginal Insights is a leading provider in the cultural awareness space. It is not enough to undertake a 1 hr course and state “I know”. Many Australians lack the cultural education needed to achieve positive outcomes in Closing the Gaps and Reconciliation.
It starts with an understanding of how we have arrived where we are today. The truth relating to our country’s colonisation and the impact on Aboriginal People’s and cultures. It involves courage to discuss the hard stuff and respect to listen to each other.
Those that learn from Aboriginal Insights take their learnings back to their workplace, family, friends, and into their community. A positive domino effect. Sharing this new understanding of what Reconciliation means and how to set ourselves on a path to reaching it.
This is how we ensure our cultural awareness education is making its greatest impact. Not a tick the box – short course but learnings that teach us how we engage, build respect and relationships, partner, deliver services, support and encourage Aboriginal People and Communities, towards personal self-determination.
Cultural Awareness education doesn’t stop when you have finished the lesson. It is but the start of a journey to make a difference for all Australians.
Keep Going. Keep Learning.
Definition of Protocol;
A system of rules or guidelines that explain the correct conduct and procedures to be followed in formal situations
Relationships
Aboriginal Insights has developed a Protocol Pathway through levels of Cultural Awareness learning called Protocols.
Some other Cultural Awareness organisations provide one off training that allows employers to tick boxes.
Aboriginal Insights believes that if you are going to embark on this journey, it is to make a difference in your world. It needs to be given the respect and diligence so the outcomes can be appreciated by all.
This is selective teaching. We only work with those that want to make a difference. We are not about ticking boxes for anyone or fake marketing of the impact of our learning.
We believe that we need to draw in those that wish to walk with us on this journey and provide them with the background, understanding and knowledge so together we can make a difference.
#WalkWithMe #LetsWalkTogether
3 Levels of Cultural Learning Protocols
Aboriginal Insights currently offers three levels of cultural education defined as Protocols.
Guidelines that explain the correct conduct and procedures to be followed in building relationships.
We recognise the importance of ongoing education that strengthens our understanding, generates respect, and gives individuals or organisations the confidence to be leaders of best practice that leads to positively meaningful change for our Aboriginal Communities.
CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING
Your first steps on your cultural education journey is to develop an Understanding of why there are gaps of inequality; what your sector and workplace are doing to respond to this truth; what our country is reconciling; and how Aboriginal Engagement requires a culturally informed approach to be successful. This First Protocol ensures that you develop the required understanding and empathy to appreciate the importance of the spaces of Closing the Gaps and Reconciliation. Most workplaces skip this level of cultural education which leads to their workforce lacking the essential understanding as to why Aboriginal specific commitments are being made.
Aboriginal Insights offers three cultural education options as part of this First Protocol that includes:
- Workshop, “Empowering Respect and Relationships”,
- Online Learning Course, “Cultural Awareness”, and
- Book; “Essential Aboriginal Insights”.
Any person that commits to the First Protocol course or workshop, receives a Certificate of Completion; and First Protocol Badge that can be included on their email signature; resume or LinkedIn Profile
Cultural Respect
This next level is about learning the unique cultural identities of an individual; family; organisation; Community; or business. It is also about learning the cultural differences relevant to knowing how to effectively engage with Aboriginal People.
Developing and implementing your Aboriginal Engagement Strategy that recognises, respects, and accommodates the diversity of cultural differences among Aboriginal people’s.
- Workshop, “Empowering Outcomes”, and
- Online Learning Course, “Developing Your Aboriginal Engagement Strategy”.
CULTURAL LEADERSHIP
With the first and second levels of cultural education behind you; you will be ready for cultural education that focusses on Leadership. This is for organisations that have built up the foundation of Aboriginal Engagement so that it is almost second nature. There is no You and Me, only US working together. Our workplace integrates with community. Having successfully achieved the third protocol, this is an accreditation to showcase and to provide encouragement to others.
Aboriginal Insights will work with your workplace to develop a Workshop designed to your specific needs. This might include improving relationships with specific Aboriginal stakeholders; focussing on recruitment and retention of Aboriginal staff; or support with Aboriginal procurement; or community social impact. You decide what you want to learn as part of your Leadership journey.
Contact us for details.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where can I purchase the book, Essential Aboriginal Insights?
Essential Aboriginal Insights book is available in physical and digital copy. Physical copy of the book can be purchased online and will be delivered to your address within 7 days from purchase. BUY PRINT COPY
The digital copy can be downloaded on various e-bookstores such as Kindle, Apple Books and Kindle. BUY DIGITAL COPY
I want to get a quote for my organization to undergo Cultural Awareness Education provided by Aboriginal Insights, who do I contact?
You may leave a message through our contact form found at the upper left side of this website or email info@aboriginalinsights.com.au
I want to attend workshops delivered online or in person, how do I get tickets?
You may purchase the ticket online via this link: BUY TICKET
Why should I engage Aboriginal Insights to provide Cultural Awareness Education for my organization?
Only Aboriginal Insights offers three levels of cultural education described as Protocols. Guidelines that explain the correct conduct and procedures to be followed when engaging with Aboriginal People's.
I am an Aboriginal Insights student and having issues with my login, how can I get help?
Please refer to your Online Courses Guidebook on how to rectify your issue. Should you need more help, our support desk is ready to help you during work hours. Please send us an email at info@aboriginalinsights.com.au
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INDIVIDUALS: Our courses can be undertaken at anytime, anywhere, reviewed unlimited times, with full resources.
ORGANISATIONS: Cost effective, self-paced, interactive learnings for all levels of businesses.
Our Online Learning is Suitable for all workplaces and organisations, Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians nationwide,
that are seeking cultural learning for their workforce and/or members.
Testimonials
I highly recommend this course to all Australians and Australian Workplaces who are truly committed to reconciliation and closing the gap in this country. I also see this as central to creating safe, inclusive and mentally healthy workplaces and communities.
Dr Sadhbh (Sive) Joyce
Senior Psychologist & Adjunct Lecturer at The Black Dog Institute/UNSW
I have learnt so much and feel determined to do what I can to support change in my role at Zonta House but also in our greater community.
My sincere thanks to Aboriginal Insights for supporting workplaces on how we can close the gaps (not just halve them) and why we all should want to live in a reconciled Australia.
Kelda Opperman
CEO Zonta House
We engaged Aboriginal Insights to deliver the Cultural Insights program to police officers. It was one of the best things we did. The program has hit the mark in improving Police capability to engage with Aboriginal communities
B.W
Consultant WA Police
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR ORGANISATIONAL LEARNING
Our Learning is suitable for 1 person or 5,000. We can set up customisation for large organisations in order for it to be tailored to their needs. Contact us for further details.
Our courses can be accessed on any device. As it is cloud based, it only requires an internet connection.
Our cloud based portal can be accessed on any device, any time to suit the workforce or company.
Our support desk is available Monday to Friday.
Features of our Online Cultural Awareness Training.
We can design your training portal to match your Branding, or create your own training platform, or even supply training materials to reside on your own intranet platform.
Your Personal Introduction to this course
Having an introduction video from your CEO shares your vision to your employees so they understand your corporate messaging. It is not a generic course, but your message combined with the Cultural Awareness teachings, combine to form a focus platform.
Our Course Branded with your Corporate Logo
Taking the personalisation one step further, we can customise our training platform with your dedicated branding. This portal is only for your own team to access.
Training Platform Integration
Our courses are designed and sit on our own hosted training platform. You do not have to worry about issues with logging in, or accessing course content - our customer service staff are there to help.
Have your own Training Platform and want to load the course content to your system? Not a problem. We can supply training materials in several formats. Speak with us today!
Certification and Badges
Certificates are provided to all those that have undertaken the course. Badging for Protocol holders can be displayed on your company website.
Accessing Course Content
Our training portal is cloud based. You only require internet access to start the learning. All videos, handbooks, and resource material is supplied. Handbooks can be printed out or completed on computer. You only require speakers and internet access to undertake these courses.
Support Desk
Our support desk operates Monday to Friday, is Australian based and is open to your organisation in case of any technical issues.
Reports
Do you require statistics on how many staff have undertaken and completed the course? We can provide reports on your team on enrolment, completion, and duration
Acknowledgement of Country
I recognise and acknowledge that we live on Aboriginal lands in Australia. I pay my respects to the many separate Aboriginal peoples and their cultures of the lands of this country. I am grateful to yours and my old people for their strength, resilience and survival, so that present and future generations can continue to walk these lands with pride.
I personally recognise my Elders and thank them for their courage, strength, and spirit that they continue to walk with to inspire us younger ones.
My work through Aboriginal Insights is about supporting and empowering respect for Aboriginal people and cultures from across Australia.
Acknowledgement of Country
I recognise and acknowledge that we live on Aboriginal lands in Australia. I pay my respects to the many separate Aboriginal peoples and their cultures of the lands of this country. I am grateful to yours and my old people for their strength, resilience and survival, so that present and future generations can continue to walk these lands with pride.
I personally recognise my Elders and thank them for their courage, strength, and spirit that they continue to walk with to inspire us younger ones.
My work through Aboriginal Insights is about supporting and empowering respect for Aboriginal people and cultures from across Australia.