Cultural Governance Panel

Jul 2022

Our Cultural Governance Panel is chaired by Emeritus Professor Judy Atkinson, a Jiman/Bundjalung Aboriginal woman, and comprises Aboriginal leaders from across NSW and other states in Australia including Cultural Advisor, Glenda Kickett. The Cultural Governance Panel has been established in recognition of the over-representation of Aboriginal children and young people in the care system in Australia. The Panel has a critical role in resourcing, supporting and reviewing the work of the CETC to ensure its cultural strength, appropriateness and humility.

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What is cultural safety?
What is cultural safety? Written by: Glenda Kickett
Cultural Safety is used by organisations alongside Cultural Competency and Cultural Responsiveness to demonstrate their commitment to work and provide services which are welcoming and respectful of another person’s culture....
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What are the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people in care? Research brief
What are the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people in care? Research brief Written by: Kathomi Gatwiri Lynne McPherson Nadine Cameron Natalie Parmenter
Indigenous children and young people face unique challenges in the child welfare system. The dimensions of this problem are complex and multifaceted. Providing culturally safe and traumainformed therapeutic care to...
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Karen's story: Culture
Karen's story: Culture Written by: Karen Lovett
Recently I had the privilege of being invited to the 50th Birthday party for twins, Karen and Sharon Lovett who initially came into care at 4 months.  I was fortunate...
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More than just a kid in care - Identity and Culture
More than just a kid in care - Identity and Culture Written by: Tayla Howard
This NAIDOC week, I have spent some time listening to the new, 4-part podcast series called “More Than Just a Kid in Care”. Written, produced and edited by young people...
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