Manawari Aboriginal cultural safety training
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Level 3, 6 First Walk
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Respect, relationships, responsibility, reciprocity

Manawari – Dharug language that means ‘discover new knowledge’.

This training is designed to motivate and build a positive knowledge position for Macquarie University staff, students, corporate and individuals.

The training is underpinned by the Macquarie University Indigenous strategy and reconciliation statement focusing on creating a better understanding of cultural values, knowledges and perspectives that will lead to greater engagement and social responsibility.

The Manawari cultural safety training program, led by Aboriginal presenters, offers an immersive learning experience through a blend of interactive face-to-face sessions and online modules.

This program is designed to deepen your understanding and respect for Aboriginal culture, enhancing cultural safety and competence in both professional and personal contexts. Participants will delve into Aboriginal history, cultural practices, and contemporary issues, gaining the knowledge and skills needed to engage respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal communities.

The Manawari cultural safety training is ideal for anyone external to Macquarie University, including:

  • corporate professionals
  • community organisations
  • government agencies
  • non-profit groups
  • individuals who want to expand their cultural awareness and understanding.

The program is flexible and can be tailored to meet the specific needs of both organisations and individuals.
  • Drive societal change: Equip yourself to contribute to societal transformation by fostering strengths-based attitudes and advocating for a society free from racism and discrimination.
  • Advance professional development: Enhance your cultural awareness and safety expertise, aligning your skills with reconciliation action plans and Aboriginal strategies.
  • Build respectful relationships: Learn to establish productive, respectful, and reciprocal communication and relationships with Aboriginal communities.
  • Engage in continuous self-reflection: Cultivate ongoing self-reflection to heighten your awareness of personal attitudes, values, norms, and beliefs.
  • Expand intercultural understanding: Deepen your intercultural understanding of Aboriginal knowledge, cultures, histories, and contemporary perspectives.

Testimonials

It has been an excellent course, very insightful and well balanced in how it presented historical and contemporary issues and culture. Great links to further learning also – appreciated! Awesome! The learnings keeps resonating in my mind for days on end during the online training. I think we need to keep these learnings, even micro learning moments, as regularly as we can.