This episode challenges the mainstream dialogue around masculinity, calling for a deeper understanding of culture, relationality, and community. If you work in policy, advocacy, or community, or if you’re just curious about reframing gender conversations in Australia, you’ll find practical insights and inspiration here.

Tune in, reflect, and join the conversation.

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The episode outlines the vision behind the new not-for-profit, focusing on themes of access, equity, inclusion, and justice. Sam Johnson highlights how small acts, such as providing team transport or creating safe, girls-only sports spaces, can have a profound impact. With support from pro bono legal partners, Impact Policy is building a program (currently called the Impact Academy) that does more than teach basketball; it creates community, role models, and opportunities for youth who need them most.

If you’re passionate about social impact, youth programs, or building inclusive communities, this episode offers both inspiration and practical insight into launching purpose-driven initiatives—and an invitation to get involved.

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Show Notes:

0:00 — Introduction: Connection to Country & Mob, honoring Gadigal people

3:00 — Welcoming listeners and context for today’s special guest

4:00 — Black Thoughts: New book launch and its impact on self-reflection

7:00 — Why rage and joy can—and must—coexist in the fight for justice

11:00 — Personal histories: Growing up surrounded by blackness

13:00 — The dangers of caricature and the right to the full range of human emotion

16:00 — On privilege, working class backgrounds, and finding purpose in intellectual labor

18:30 — Black joy as strategic resistance, spiritual cleansing, and everyday activism

22:00 — Challenging deficit narratives: Healing from imposed identity

25:00 — The violence of race breaking blackfellas & navigating complaints

27:00 — Redefining what “winning” and “justice” can look like

30:00 — Critique of “just be resilient” advice & how it compounds harm

33:00 — Reflecting on generational differences and survival strategies

35:00 — The politics and problems of “intergenerational trauma” narratives

40:00 — Healthy skepticism: Whose interests do mainstream reconciliation and RAPs serve?

42:00 — Rethinking black leadership: Not just a seat at the corporate table

44:00 — The legacy and dismantling of black infrastructure and collectives

47:00 — Reading "Black Men in Suits"—betrayal, gender, and humor as coping

53:00 — Racialized gender tropes, policing, and invisibility of violence against black women

58:00 — Shifting focus to the impact of racial violence, not intentions

1:01:00 — The “newly identifying” phenomenon and its material impacts

1:04:00 — Ancestry vs. lived relationship: Why community connection matters

1:12:00 — Cautions around “lateral violence” language

1:15:00 — Black critique as essential, not harmful: How to grow through challenging conversations

1:19:00 — The importance of joy, safety, and community in black workspaces

1:22:00 — Building collectives, creating new infrastructures, and learning from Proper Now

1:28:00 — Storytelling, songlines, and the nourishing power of black narratives

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2. Personal Journey and Identity Formation

• Kate Webber
• 's Aboriginal heritage and connection to multiple nations
• Influence of family (grandmother, mother, and father's service) on identity and generosity
• Childhood experiences facing discrimination and racism
• Navigating conflict between pride in Aboriginal identity and external negativity
• Carrying forward family legacy and sense of service

3. Identity Challenges Growing Up

• Impact of racism during primary school
• Lack of Aboriginal perspective in education (focus on colonization, Captain Cook projects)
• Struggles with shame and belonging
• Code-switching and hiding identity in unsupportive environments
• Importance of family and community in fostering pride

4. Mental Health and Wellbeing

• Early experiences of racism, bullying (relating to Aboriginal and Chinese heritage)
• The role of family and community support in building confidence
• Connection between lived experience and academic/professional interest in psychology
• Mental health struggles in family history (grandmother’s depression, intergenerational impacts)
• Personal battles: low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, recovery from trauma

5. Journey of Healing

• Power and importance of connection during crisis
• Steps toward regaining autonomy and control
• Building supportive relationships outside toxic environments
• Advances in self-care: regaining interests, healthier routines, addressing eating disorders
• Gradual process of building resilience and confidence

6. The Role of Systems and Structures

• Impact of systemic racism and poverty (housing, education, social support)
• Inequity in government responses, resources, and societal structures
• Racism embedded in systems affecting Aboriginal families
• The importance (and gap) of culturally informed systems

7. Racial Empathy Gap and Assessment

• Definition and examples of the racial empathy gap
• Media’s role in perpetuating disparity in empathy and reporting
• Importance of accurate assessment for effective treatment
• Critiques of mainstream frameworks and need for culture-bound syndromes
• Negative consequences of misassessment in child protection and mental health

8. Decolonization and Systemic Change

• Critique of “West is Best” and “White is Right” mentalities
• Misguided attempts at tokenistic inclusion of Aboriginal perspectives
• Need for systemic overhaul, genuine power-sharing, and cultural equity
• Challenges of addressing siloes vs interconnected systems in Aboriginal policy (e.g., Close the Gap)

9. Professional Highlights and Systemic Advocacy

• Positive outcomes when First Nations people lead program design
• Importance of safe spaces and empowerment in professional and community development
• Leading leadership and development programs with successful results
• Advocacy for elevating Aboriginal voices, genuine co-design, and decision-making power

10. Creative Expression and Storytelling

• Artistic influences and background (family of artists and musicians)
• Role of art and creative writing/music in processing trauma and emotions
• Interest in art therapy as a modality for healing
• Healing power of storytelling, slam poetry, and creative arts in Indigenous and marginalized communities

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Homes aren’t just buildings. They hold memories, connections, and shape entire communities. That’s why listening to those in social housing is central to his work.

Adam’s a proud “social housing kid” and stays connected to his roots—he knows firsthand how often tenants don’t feel heard, and he wants to shift that.

True engagement isn’t just a box-ticking exercise or defensively keeping “future complaints” at bay. It’s about actually learning from lived experience and letting it shape policy.

He insists that if you’re not honestly seeking input, don’t call it “engagement.” Call it consultation or a briefing—communities deserve clarity and honesty.

Building trust is about “yarn at the front, business at the back”: have real conversations before getting down to the practicalities. Genuine relationships make all the difference.

One-size-fits-all approaches don’t work. Every community is unique, so how you engage should fit their local needs. Sometimes it’s big town halls, sometimes it’s small group conversations.

Engagement helps people see their ideas brought to life, whether via improved services, safer design, or simply being listened to. That pride and ownership are real.

Leaders need to front up, communicate clearly, and handle tough conversations with conviction and authenticity. Trust comes from consistency and genuine care—not spin.

Homes NSW is embedding tenant involvement at all levels, investing in participation teams, and making engagement a sustained presence, not just a reaction to complaints.

Being honest about what’s possible, learning from Aboriginal engagement principles, and owning both wins and failures are all part of how real change happens.

At the end of the day, Adam reminds us: it’s not just about homes, it’s about people, memories, and the fabric of communities. That’s what real progress looks like.

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2. Lateral Violence: Definitions and Prevalence

• Description of lateral violence and its recurring presence in various sectors and work environments
• Emphasis on the lack of nuanced understanding of the root causes
• Encouragement to view the issue at both surface and systemic levels

3. Root Causes and Systemic Issues

• Connection to colonization and genocide as foundational drivers of lateral violence
• Dismantling the myth that lateral violence is an “Aboriginal-only” issue
• Examination of environmental and systemic factors enabling lateral violence to persist
• Comparison with experiences in other marginalized communities globally

4. Understanding and Misunderstanding the Issue

• Noting that most people can give examples but lack depth in understanding origins and systemic components
• The role of non-Aboriginal systems and practices in perpetuating lateral violence
• Discussion of reactive versus proactive responses: addressing symptoms vs. tackling root causes

5. Difficulties Addressing Lateral Violence

• Tendency to address the issue at the individual level without systemic change
• Analogy: treating symptoms without curing the infection
• Challenges faced by non-Indigenous people in engaging with lateral violence due to lack of systemic understanding and fear

6. The Nuances and Workplace Triggers

• Importance of addressing both systemic and individual levels
• Non-Indigenous reluctance to get involved, and its consequences
• Workplace examples: “advice shopping,” elevation of some Aboriginal voices over others, recruitment and competition triggers
• Impact of lack of transparency in recruitment and funding decisions

7. Personal Experiences and Emotional Impact

• Sharing of personal and collective experiences of lateral violence within government and community
• Emotional toll: when lateral violence follows individuals home and permeates personal life and community connections
• Unique burdens experienced by Aboriginal people navigating workplace and community pressures

9. Transparency, Integrity, and Leadership

• Lack of transparency in decision-making as a systemic contributor
• The societal pattern in Australia of narrative control and withholding information
• The link between integrity, leadership, and willingness to be transparent

10. Cultural Dynamics, Elevation, and Diversity

• Problems with elevating individual voices or “leaders” over the diversity within communities
• Homogenization—misunderstanding of the multiplicity of Aboriginal experiences and viewpoints
• Tension arising from mismatches between workplace/sectoral elevation and community status

11. Conflict and Accountability

• Distinction between healthy conflict and lateral violence
• Traditional strengths of Aboriginal communities in conflict management and resolution
• Seeking accountability vs. tearing down individuals
• Reflection on how social and professional settings can foster unhealthy conflict compared to traditional or community-based resolution

12. Language and Concepts: ‘Staunch’, Anger, and Misapplied Strength

13. Systemic Pressures and Double Standards

14. Practical Solutions and Advice

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Recorded on Bidjigal Country, this episode sees Paul O’Reilly (Deputy Secretary, NSW DCJ) join Sam Johnson and Kuyan Mitchell to tackle the big questions around community, justice, and leadership in the public sector.

We dig into the realities of youth justice and out of home care, focusing on the systemic overrepresentation of Aboriginal young people. Paul draws on his diverse background—from youth worker to senior leader—to explore what it means to lead with integrity, the necessity of sharing decision-making power, and how genuine reform requires both humility and practical action.

Whether you’re a policymaker, community advocate, or practitioner on the ground, this conversation offers hard-won lessons, inspiration, and real hope for change.

Shownotes

Key Topics:

• Paul O'Reilly’s personal journey from Ireland to frontline youth work in Sydney and 27 years in the public sector
• The realities and overrepresentation of Aboriginal youth in care and justice systems
• Systemic and institutional racism: recognition, impacts, and strategies for change
• Why sharing decision-making power and bringing community voices to the centre is essential
• The complexities of achieving systems reform inside government silos
• Opportunities for funding and supporting Aboriginal-led organisations and social enterprises
• Leadership lessons: humility, vulnerability, and championing lived experience
• Personal stories of post-traumatic growth and the ongoing connection to frontline practice
• Hopeful trends and what excites Paul about the future of the sector

Quotable Moments:

• “Statutory systems need to be as small as possible—kids and families should only have contact when necessary.”
• “Humility is an enormous strength if you actually want to make progress... it’s about modelling behaviour.”
• “It’s a white system full of black kids. And unless you’re willing to acknowledge that impact, you shouldn’t be in the system.”

Additional Resources:

• Acknowledgement of Country: This episode was recorded on Bidjigal Country and honours Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Learn more about Impact Policy
• Connect/Contact: To partner, collaborate, or learn more, email samjohnson@impactpolicyau.com or follow us on LinkedIn

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Here's what you'll hear about in this episode:

First-hand reflections on the National Planning Institute of Australia Congress, including the growing presence of Aboriginal voices in the sector

The critical role of planning systems in both historical dispossession and empowering future land rights and cultural heritage

Real-world legacy issues still felt by Aboriginal communities due to past planning policies—plus examples of ongoing practical challenges

The importance of co-design, centering Aboriginal voices, and shifting from tokenistic engagement to genuine power-sharing in policy

Standout initiatives, case studies, and award-winning projects leading the way for culturally responsive planning in Australia

Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and share if you find value in these discussions!

Impact Policy Podcast, Aboriginal communities, planning sector, National Planning Congress, cultural heritage, land rights, co design, community development, legacy issues, social policy, country, colonisation, planning system, native title, agency, country outcomes, community voice, infrastructure, social change, truth telling, co design principles, planning with country, policy, sector reform, impact, Roads to Home, Cumberland Plains, Knowledge Circle

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00:00 "ICIP Insights with Terry Janky"

07:36 From Law to Arts Activism

13:26 Copyright Triumph in Aboriginal Art

21:44 Indigenous Cultural Rights Advocacy

26:38 "True Tracks: Indigenous Cultural Integrity"

30:33 True Tracks: Multidisciplinary Collaborative Pathways

33:07 ICIP Empowering Aboriginal Staff

38:23 Aboriginal Staff Accountability Challenges

48:04 Collective Contract Negotiation Strategies

53:01 Repatriation and Community Investment Focus

56:25 Navigating ICIP Disputes Locally

01:03:01 Aboriginal Language Preservation Framework

01:09:32 "Trauma-Informed Strengths-Based Approach"

01:13:00 "Respect and Responsibility for Knowledge"

01:16:33 Guest Appreciation and Contact Info

Here are some keywords for this episode: Indigenous cultural and intellectual property, ICIP, True Tracks framework, Terri Janke, First Nations, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, intellectual property rights, copyright law, social justice, cultural heritage, consent, empowerment, knowledge management, community engagement, cultural safety, legal gaps, indigenous knowledge, cultural continuity.

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Exploration of Jared Wheatley's 17-year journey in the social sector and his focus on youth work

Discussion on the systemic issues causing relational deprivation for children in care

Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on transforming the child protection system into a more supportive and human-centered child connection system.

00:00 Transforming Out-of-Home Care System

10:16 "Paradigm Shift for Systemic Change"

12:37 Lack of Care in Community Support

17:46 "Reflections on the Stolen Generation"

23:17 Reimagining Justice Investment

31:49 Advocacy for Families in Crisis

35:41 Build Supportive Adult Networks

39:18 Rethinking Community Care Models

44:03 Redefining Success: Community Impact

49:32 "Building Genuine Human Connections"

58:31 Celebrating Resilience in Overcoming Adversity

01:00:15 Empowerment for Survivors

Impact Policy, podcast, Jesse Robinson, Jared Wheatley, Aboriginal land, social change, youth work, out of home care, child protection, relational care, system change, cultural connection, government, social policy, community support, trauma-informed care, child connection system, restoration, lived experience, systemic barriers, co-design, evaluation, practitioner advice.

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• Kyan's unexpected entry into the justice sector and his professional journey.
• The role of cultural programs in rehabilitation and identity building.
• The significance and challenges of place-based initiatives and decision-making.
• Overcoming the complexities of power sharing in public sector collaborations.
• Evaluating success and impact from a community-centered perspective.

00:00 Interview with Kyan Mitchell

04:32 Recruiting Indigenous Staff Effectively

08:12 "Reimagining Justice Systems"

11:24 Courageous Leadership in Public Sector

15:53 Prison Mentoring and Cultural Activities

16:32 Community and Cultural Disconnect

21:39 "Access Challenges in Public Programs"

25:48 Long-Term Investment in Cultural Work

28:22 "Community-Led Consistent Action"

31:19 "Joining Aboriginal Strategic Unit Journey"

35:00 Building Confidence for Community Engagement

40:01 Minimizing Aboriginal Voices

41:37 Reflecting on Community Consultation Silence

44:57 "Power Sharing for Better Outcomes"

49:03 Empowering Procurement for Impact

53:31 Redefining Impact Metrics in Communities

55:33 Collaborative Success and Community Agency

To access Kuyans thought leadership follow Impact Policy and read his recent article on sharing power works here

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Elle shares her professional journey and the impact she has had through her organisation and consulting work. We unpack what great work looks like in this space including access to her upcoming training platform.

This is a valuable episode for anyone working in planning, design, public spaces, environment and Aboriginal Affairs.

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1. Introduction

• Host introduction: Sam Johnson
• Acknowledgement of country
• Introduction of guest: Jesse Robinson
• Call to action for listeners to engage with the podcast

1. Jesse Robinson's Background and Journey

• Connection to Sam through the podcast
• Introduction to Jesse's personal and professional journey
• Emphasis on lived experience influencing work
• Incorporating lived experience in projects

1. Professional Experience in Non-Profit and Community Sector

• Jesse's role as a Senior Consultant at Impact Policy
• Prior work in the not-for-profit sector
• Roles in youth work, child protection, and management
• Importance of engagement and accessibility
• Shift to strategy and advocacy roles

1. The Concept of Engagement and Co Design

• Jesse's influence from community-led projects
• Transition to engagement and co design work
• Value of co design in providing agency and self-determination for communities

1. Personal Story and Cultural Influence

• Jesse's upbringing in Peak Hill, Western NSW
• Impact of family, including father's activism
• Mother's role as a foster carer
• Influence of kinship and family on professional work

1. Practical Advice for Working with Young People

• Importance of deep listening
• Building trust and relationships with young people
• Cultural significance and connection to community
• Storytelling as a method for connection

1. Reflections on Co Design Workshop

• Recent co design workshop experience with Australian public service leaders
• Challenges of systemic work and achieving long-term change
• Risk of "co design" becoming a PR or trendy term
• Integration of lived experience as fundamental in co design

1. Challenges and Risks in Co Design Practices

• Importance of strong leadership in co design
• Co design as a tool rather than a solution
• Blurring lines between true community-led and co design work
• The role of government and risk of over-consultation

1. Jesse's Perspectives on Systemic Change

• Reflection on Indigenous-led solutions and community engagement
• Flexibility and adaptation as essential in co design processes
• Trauma-informed approach in engagement

1. Conclusion and Future Outlook

• Jesse's consulting work at Mawang Consulting
• Professional goals and self-determination
• Promoting collaboration and authentic engagement
• Final thoughts and expressions of gratitude between hosts and guest

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00:00 "Aboriginal Procurement Insights"

06:10 "Inconspicuous Beginnings to Bold Brand"

07:06 Empowering Indigenous Art Business

12:33 Challenges of Australian-Made Products

14:46 Partnerships: Authentic or Fraudulent?

16:40 Blackface Businesses and Community Impact

20:12 Exploitation in Aboriginal Business Deals

24:22 Cultural Capability in Black Businesses

26:13 Elders' Voices Matter

30:48 Creating Safe, Inclusive Retail Spaces

35:34 Essential Accountability to Community

39:02 Reflecting on Accountability and Growth

41:13 Diverse Roles in Black Businesses

45:08 Aboriginal Procurement Leadership Champion

46:12 Support Aboriginal Community Organizations

49:19 "Advancing Black Business Advocacy"

Jarin's background and her journey from Western Sydney to the bush.

The founding and mission of Wyanga Aboriginal Aged Care Program in Redfern.

Insights into the complexities of Aboriginal retail and the challenges of "black facing" and "black cladding.

The significance of 100% Aboriginal-owned businesses and their impact on community.

Navigating cultural capability and accountability within Aboriginal business leadership.

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Overview of the Raise the Age campaign and current policies around youth justice in Australia

Statistics and evidence against the current age of criminal responsibility

The impacts of cognitive development and trauma on youth offending

Effectiveness of diversion programs and the need for therapeutic responses

The role of community care and successful examples of justice reinvestment programs.

Raise the Age campaign, youth justice policy, New South Wales, Australia, criminal justice system, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Sean McCarthy, Scott Hawkins, Sam Johnson, over-representation, Raise the Age legislation, mental health services, trauma informed, juvenile detention, recidivism, community support, therapeutic response, law and order campaigns, diversion programs, brain development, cognitive impairments, school disengagement, systems perspective.

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Organizing an all-Black team for the first language gathering and the cultural responsibility involved.

Tackling high demand and lack of guidelines for Aboriginal language use in the public sector.

Navigating translation requests and maintaining cultural values.

Indigenous-led language work and the shift of non-Indigenous linguists to supportive roles.

Advocating for legislative support and the future of language revitalization in everyday life.

Indigenous language revitalization, cultural responsibility, public service integrity, Aboriginal languages, language governance, translation challenges, language sustainability, cultural unpacking, language teaching, community investment, Indigenous-led efforts, non-Indigenous linguists, ICIP, language policy partnership, language and culture integration, emotional impact, intergenerational knowledge, capacity building, respectful engagement, language centers.

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They discuss the themes of community impact, particularly through the lenses of storytelling and collaborative initiatives between businesses and Aboriginal allies.

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Both Sam and Ed emphasise the importance of incorporating Aboriginal knowledge into contemporary planning. This involves acknowledging Indigenous cultural and intellectual property (ICIP) rights and working closely with traditional owners to ensure respectful and informed use of cultural knowledge.

Indigenous planning as discussed in this episode involves recognising and integrating the rich planning traditions of Aboriginal communities into modern urban planning practices. It calls for respectful, informed engagement, robust educational efforts, and policy work that upholds Indigenous rights and self-determination. This comprehensive approach aims for a generational shift toward more inclusive and effective planning practices that honor the contributions and rights of Indigenous people.

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She shares the moment she realised, wherever she was. She's always 'on Country'. Together we explored a range of policy challenges that impact everyone in NSW today.

Join Sam Johnson as he speaks with Kiersten Fishburn about youth engagement in policy development and the importance of incorporating Aboriginal culture into urban planning. Delve into the challenges and initiatives aimed at fostering meaningful community connections.

The impact of youth consultation on urban projects, like the redesigned park in Woolloomooloo.

Integrating Aboriginal cultural concepts like "caring for country" into modern planning.

The significance of storytelling and yarning in leadership and decision-making.

Addressing housing crises with culturally appropriate solutions for Aboriginal communities.

The importance of economic empowerment and self-determination for effective reconciliation efforts.

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Together the take a deep dive into some of the following themes;

- Building flexibility, trust, and rapport for better outcomes

- Avoiding consultation fatigue and ensuring meaningful community interaction

- Evaluating co-design based on community-defined success parameters

- Navigating power imbalances and promoting community control

- The importance of ongoing learning and community-led approaches in co-design

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What You'll Learn:

1. Interconnectedness of Mental Health Issues: Sam and Kobie talk about how mental health, addiction, and suicide are all connected and why we need a collective approach to tackle these issues.

2. The Importance of a Support System: Hear Kobie's heartfelt journey of reaching out for help and how his support network played a crucial role in his recovery.

3. Navigating Fatherhood Amid Addiction Kobie opens up about the guilt and struggles of being a young father battling addiction and how it led him to seek treatment.

4. Power of Storytelling in Music: Discover how Kobie's music, including his impactful track "Statistic," reflects his healing journey and sparks important conversations.

5. Need for Accessible Mental Health Services: Sam and Kobie discuss the critical need for more accessible community spaces and mental health support for young people.

Fun Fact:

Did you know that during his first day at the Glen rehab, Kobie was asked to inspire school kids by taking pictures with them, even though he felt far from inspiring at that moment? It’s a true testament to how our smallest actions can have a big impact.

Stay Connected:

We're so grateful for your continued support. This episode with Kobie Duncan is a must-listen! His honesty and passion for making a difference shine through in every word.

Call to Action:

Ready to dive in? Make sure to listen, like, and subscribe to our channel for more thought-provoking conversations. And don't forget to share this episode with friends and family – let's spread the word about these vital topics together!

Catch you in the comments section!

Cheers,

The Impact Policy Podcast Team

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I met Regan when she worked on the front line as a caseworker and manager for a Domestic and Family Violence service in Redfern/Waterloo 10 years ago.

DFV is everyone's business, but it is particularly special to me. I have clear memories of my mother receiving support from now Women's & Girls'​ Emergency Centre (WAGEC) when I was a young person.

Primary Topic: Gender Inequality and Violence Against Women

- Importance of primary prevention work in childcare focusing on gender inequality

- Increased male engagement in discussions on domestic violence and gender inequality

- Positive changes in gender equality training at universities and tafes and in frontline services

- Recognition of the need for more funding and resources to combat violence against women

- Significance of wearing a shirt honoring strong cultural women

- Messages of support for women experiencing abuse or violence

- Gratitude towards Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women advocating on these issues

Primary Topic: Men's Role in Addressing Violence Against Women

- Need for men to be involved in addressing intimate partner violence

- Difficulty in finding appropriate support resources for men seeking help for abusive behavior

- Importance of informal support opportunities for men

- Challenges in acknowledging and seeking help for abusive behavior

- Role of men in challenging disrespectful behavior and promoting positive masculinity

Primary Topic: Coercive Control and Abuse

- Coercive control as a form of abuse beyond physical violence

- Tactics used by perpetrators for communication and control

- Importance of providing tools for identifying and responding to abuse

- Role of men in addressing coercive control and gender inequality

- Need for ongoing investment in proven best practices for addressing abuse

Primary Topic: Challenges Faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women

- Disparities in care and attention for Indigenous women compared to white women

- Impact of colonization on Indigenous communities

- Case study highlighting systemic issues within the justice system

- Trauma and consequences of being misidentified as a perpetrator

- Need for societal change, particularly among men in positions of power

Primary Topic: Frontline Support and Prevention Efforts

- Extensive frontline support needed for families escaping violence

- Challenges faced by women, especially Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women

- Advocating for preventative measures and holistic approaches

- Importance of properly resourced frontline services and healing for victim survivors

- Key drivers of violence for all women, including gender inequality and impacts of colonization

- Incorporating experiences and solutions of Aboriginal people in addressing violence against women

- Hope for government commitment to ending violence against women

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- Dixie discusses the slow yet essential process of cultural change in organizations and the need for a focus on impactful, long-term outcomes rather than short-term numeric goals.

- The challenges and poor practices in the reconciliation action plan (RAP) process, such as disrespect and blatant racism from senior leaders, are examined.

- Real experiences with racism and how they shape personal and professional engagement in tough conversations about cultural issues are shared.

- The significance of leaders in setting new standards and leading changes, particularly regarding racism in various environments, is highlighted.

- Dixie emphasizes the role of ongoing engagement beyond the development stage to build relationships, help understand limitations, and support the leadership team’s capacity for better cultural understanding and practices within organizations.

00:00 Reconciliation evolution in business and social impact.

09:57 Organizational reconciliation and motivation for Reconciliation Action Plans.

12:15 Understanding purpose is crucial for effective leadership.

19:59 Long-term impact, B Corp certification, cultural shift.

22:30 Experienced disrespect due to race, demands respect.

29:07 Choosing conversations wisely in the face of violence.

34:36 Recognize power, influence, and set new standards.

39:13 Encouraging organizations to adapt and innovate methods.

46:06 Long-term client relationships through development and implementation.

53:18 Rap working groups need diverse skills and influence.

56:02 Support proactive Indigenous inclusion in organizational operations.

59:55 Challenging clients, meaningful impact, and rap interview.

01:06:08 Started with little, evolved into successful entrepreneur.

01:14:06 Devoted time and effort to meaningful project.

01:19:11 Supporting community through charity and business success.

01:20:50 Giving back to community for life-changing help.

01:27:41 I have no regrets, family shapes me.

01:32:32 Creating curated content on social media for learning.

#Dixiecrawford #racism #reconciliationactionplan #culturalchange, #legacy #organizations #leadership #FirstNations #discrimination #safety #consultation #culturalcapability # impact #long-term #relationships #communityengagement #diversity #implementation.

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Thank you to Brendan for taking the time out to share his journey, his leadership and influence does not go unnoticed and it is testament at that level as to the impact he has been able to achieve in his time in Transforming Aboriginal Outcomes, proud to know the man.

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Jas explores the reality and challenge of what most of Blackfullas label walking in two worlds, and the compounding challenge of working in social policy and justice when we are from the families, communities or country these are connected to.

Jas then talks in detail in reference to recent parliamentary senate inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous people and the critical need for these processes to understand #access and #equity for families to facilitate meaningful #participation. As well as the critical need for these processes to be led or informed by mob from a #traumainformed lens who understand what we need.

In addition to the background to Bowraville and Justice she also takes us behind the scenes of Wildflower Care for Country and Community one of the most significant social enterprises across Sydney that is caring for Country and engaging and retaining Aboriginal young people while there at it.

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Today though, Barkaa is powerhouse artist, having just performed at the ARIAs who has crawled her way out of the dark. With so much #traumainformed #livedexpertise and insight into her #journey, this is a yarn that is not to be missed for #changemakers and #allies .

Barkaa reflects at many stages from a #policy perspective into #justice, forced child removal and out of home care and the power of Aboriginal language revitalisation in #healing. It is the power of her insight that many of us need to hear more of.

This is an episode that will inspire many, no matter where they are from that may be dealing with cycles or disadvantage that they feel like they can't escape. This podcast provides visibility to the opportunity to change your life despite the challenges in your way.

We hope leaders and policy makers hear the stories of lived experience and take the wisdom from this to inform how they consider prison policy, particularly post release and thoroughfare support for people in custody. We hope that the justice and community sector sees the critical need for education and community pathways to keep young people engaged that for whatever reason are falling through the gaps in mainstream education settings.

Finally, I hope we all get to continue to support and see the rise of Barkaa - a journey and impact that will transcend music for many years to come.

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Tough on Crime is a failed public policy that rears its head again and again, often around election time. That continues to see little shift in the risk or reduction of offending or recidivism.

What i know, from what i have seen, lived and learned graduating with honours in #criminology from UNSW is that there is an epidemic of untreated #childhoodtrauma , undiagnosed or untreated #mentalhealth and #addiction

Deconstructing Dominant Discourses across Disciplines with Professor Jioji Ravulo Head of Social Work and Policy at University of Sydney talking critical whiteness.

This is an absolute game changing episode, we tackle so much from decolonisation, critical whiteness, social work theory, the criminalisation of trauma and even the banning of Western Sydney Pasifika Drill Group One Four and then some!

Follow us at Impact Policy AU to stay up to date with the coming episodes, or subscribe to our channel on YouTube to catch up on the series so far - link in comments!

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Dylan Voller takes us on a deep dive into life post Don Dale, trauma and his healing journey. Dylan shares some critical insights into a broken system through the lens of his lived experience. We talk about abuse, systemic violence, crime, deaths in custody and addiction and mental health.

Thank you so much to Dylan for giving up his time to share his story.

Viewers are to be advised that the following podcast may contain content that some viewers and listeners find triggering or disturbing.

This includes a warning for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers that there is reference to names of Aboriginal people who have died including sensitive issues such as Aboriginal Deaths in Custody, child abuse, drug use and suicidal ideation.

For some people this content can be overwhelming, please consider reaching out to lifeline 13 11 14 or for mob 13 YARN.

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There is a way out, but like Osher said "you cant be what you cant see" so we hope for someone out there finds this story of #livedexperience valuable.

Season 2 of the Impact Policy AU Policy Podcast drops Monday! with Osher Günsberg talking to the power of #livedexperience in #recovery and #healing

“ Its hard cause I had got to let go of resentment. Resentment is a reason to behave badly. We can often use resentment as a justification to make poor choices but the only person who pays the price is you.”

So much power in the insight of Osher Günsberg #livedexperience

1 in 5 people are impacted by complex mental illness either personally or through someone you know and love.

Thanks for all our supporters of these episodes and this journey and to our podcast sponsors Amanaki Studios for always showing up and producing first class footage. Everytime.

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I cannot thank Jo enough for sharing space and her story with me. It was an emotional one that struck a few chords for both of us at different stages.

I know it is important to share this episode because there may be just one person who views it and takes strength from it. And that could be the difference for them.

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Katelyn reflects on the significance of studying Aboriginal studies in the HSC and the benefit of embedding Aboriginal Culture and knowledge throughout the education and learning experience.

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Reflecting on our challenges and insights from growing up and finding ourselves in a society that had the odds stacked against us. Can’t wait to get him back on to hear all about what he’s doing in the training and education space and to talk all things Cultural capability, community capacity and social change.

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