About Blakworks
Blakworks believes that every organisation has the potential to create a workplace where Aboriginal people can succeed.
Meet Lindsay Stanford
I’m Lindsay Stanford — a proud Gamilaraay woman, Aboriginal employment and workplace specialist, and the Founder of Blakworks.
Lindsay has over 25 years of experience in Aboriginal employment. She understands the struggles leaders face in attracting and nurturing Aboriginal talent. She has served on not-for-profit boards, led workplaces and organisations. This deep insight fuels her purpose—to partner with organisations to transform their workplace practices into ones that are genuinely safe and respectful for Aboriginal people.
The problem is stark.
Many organisations want to support Aboriginal employment, yet struggle to build the necessary cultural capability. Time and resources are invested in programs that often look good on paper but fail to achieve real results. Lindsay believes it’s fundamentally wrong for organisations to commit to Aboriginal employment initiatives without seeing tangible outcomes, both for their workforce and the communities they aim to serve.
That’s where her innovative solutions come into play.
Through a mix of 1-day face-to-face trainings, online projects, and ongoing coaching, Blakworks equips leaders with the practical skills they need to create meaningful change. The approach is different; it’s a done-with-you partnership that prioritises actionable steps and accountability. Blakworks helps organisations address the core issues that create unsafe work environments and hinder the growth of Aboriginal workforces. By embedding culturally safe systems and building workforce capability, Blakworks creates workplaces where Aboriginal people can succeed and contribute positively to their organisations.
The success stories speak volumes.
Organisations like ADSSI and ET Australia have transformed their workplaces, seeing significant increases in Aboriginal staff and cultural safety. Within months, ADSSI saw its Aboriginal representation grow from 1% to 4%, while ET Australia evolved to receive five Aboriginal applications for a job ad in its first month of implementing their new strategies. These results are a testament to the power of working together.
Here’s how that looked for Tony Mylan, CEO, ET Australia.
“I definitely recommend Lindsay and Blakworks to any employer that was looking to make their environment a culturally safe place for Aboriginal people.”
— Jenni Allan, CEO, Adssi Ltd
“I was scared I’d feel blamed. Instead, I felt relief — and my mind opened completely.”
— Kim Fawkes, Lake Macquarie City Council
100% Aboriginal-owned and managed.
Blakworks stands proudly as a 100% Aboriginal-owned and managed business, recognised for its expertise in creating culturally safe workplaces. Blakworks' values—cause over comfort, progress over perfection, and accountability over intention—guide strategies with a focus on outcomes over activity.
Take the first step.
Blakworks invites leaders of not-for-profit and for-purpose organisations who are serious about making a difference to take the first step. Start by answering a few questions about your organisation and your current challenges. Once Lindsay understands your unique situation, you can schedule a 30-minute conversation to discuss your organisation and needs further. Together, we’ll create a roadmap that leads to a safer, more respectful workplace for Aboriginal employees. Transform your organisation and join Blakworks in making a difference.