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3. Your Centre - culturally appropriate

Look at your Centre from an Aboriginal perspective and ask yourself the following questions:

• How are Aboriginal people reflected in your Centre’s vision, aims and objectives?
• Are your Centre’s policies appropriate to Aboriginal people’s interest?
• Have you got a policy on reconciliation or anti-racism visible?What is there to show that the Centre values and welcomes Aboriginal people eg:Aboriginal flag, artwork, and posters?
• What information is available on Aboriginal services?
• Do you have an informal non-threatening area where you can sit and talk?

Talk to local Aboriginal organisations about days of significance to them. Ask how you can support them by having these days recognised and acknowledged.

Ensure the Aboriginal flag is visible at your centre especially during NAIDOC and other special occasions.

Always acknowledge Aboriginal people as the traditional owners of the land and acknowledge the presence of Elders if appropriate.

Ensure you have an understanding of the history of colonisation and its effect on Aboriginal people.

If you need assistance developing policies and procedures contact Darkinjung Local Aboriginal Land Council, other Aboriginal organisations or your Service Peak Body.

The above tips are based on tips provided in:
Walking Together A toolkit for working with Aboriginal Communities On the Central Coast of NSW