Investing in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff strengthens governance from the ground up. When organisations prioritise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, they: 🌱 Build cultural strength and safety 🌱 Support community control and self-determination 🌱 Grow the skills of future leaders 🌱 Strengthen local economies 🌱 Create trusted networks and relationships As highlighted by the winners and finalists of the Indigenous Governance Awards, employing local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff isn’t just about jobs, it’s about embedding cultural values into governance, ensuring services are culturally informed, and fostering community ownership. Learn more via our Indigenous Governance Toolkit. https://aigi.org.au/toolkit/staff #IndigenousGovernance #SelfDetermination #CommunityControl #AIGI (fb)

🌟 Strong governance starts with strong people. Attracting and keeping talented staff is about more than just filling positions, it’s about creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and able to grow. ✔️ Recruit from within your community first ✔️ Build diversity across age, gender, ability and background ✔️ Welcome new staff with a solid induction ✔️ Invest in coaching, training & professional development ✔️ Provide cultural and compassionate leave ✔️ Encourage mentoring and reflection When organisations support their staff, they strengthen not only their team but also the community and nation they serve. Learn more via our FREE Indigenous Governance Toolkit https://aigi.org.au/toolkit/staff #IndigenousGovernance #StrongerTogether #Leadership #WorkforceDevelopment (fb)