“I definitely recommend Lindsay and Blakworks to any employer that was looking to make their environment a culturally safe place for Aboriginal people.

If you really wanted to shift the way the organisation works with the Aboriginal community to foster relationships with local Aboriginal organisations, then Lindsay is the go-to person for you.

It’s been an absolute delight to work with Lindsay over the last few months, and I really look forward to an ongoing relationship with Blakworks.”

- Jenni Allan, CEO, Adssi Ltd (2016)

Savvy not for profit leaders trust Blakworks to guide them

7 Essential Projects

The Respectful Workplace program will help you will implement these seven essential projects to create a safer and more respectful workplace for Aboriginal people.

1. Language

   The language you use to speak with, and about, Aboriginal people matters. When your people don’t know what term to use they avoid the conversation altogether. When you codify your language choice you empower your people to have confidence in their conversations.

2. Internal Rationale

   When the reasons to support Aboriginal employment aren’t clear your people can’t be on board. When you have a simple and compelling rationale for Aboriginal employment your people will be on board.

3. Community Profile

   Without facts and education, people tend to make assumptions about Aboriginal people and communities based on their own direct experience. When you map the relevant Aboriginal communities, you can develop an understanding based on facts and use this information to develop key relationships and to benchmark Aboriginal employment goals.

4. The Question

   The way you frame and ask if a staff member or client is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person can build or destroy trust.When you ask ‘the question’ in the right way at the right time, you’ll build trust and have accurate data to set and track your Aboriginal employment goals.

5. Cultural Learning

   When your staff have low levels of cultural capability, your workplace is a risk to the health and safety of your Aboriginal staff and clients. When you have a clear plan to improve Aboriginal cultural capability, your workforce will learn.

6. Welcomes to Country and Acknowledgements of Country

   Rising community expectations means Welcomes to Country and Acknowledgements of Country are expected in today’s workplaces. When you apply Acknowledgements and Welcomes in the right way at the right time in line with protocols, your reputation soars.

7. Workplace Signals

   Workplaces have not always welcomed or respected Aboriginal people. This means we’re always looking for signals to answer the question: Are we welcome here? When you standardise and codify your workplace signals everyone knows where you stand and what they can expect.

When you’re ready to know more about how the Respectful Workplaces program will help you make a real difference for Aboriginal people and get real results for your organisation, the next step is to book a call with Lindsay to talk about your situation.

When you join Respectful Workplaces you get access to:

Work with a Small Team of Your Leaders

Share the workload efficiently among your leaders. This strategic collaboration ensures that no one is overwhelmed, and the collective intelligence of your team is harnessed. Feel the empowerment of shared knowledge and responsibilities. No more lone struggles—it's a team effort, building a culture of mutual support and growth. Picture a workplace where your leaders are not just competent but culturally capable.

Online Video Workshops for Each Project

Work through each project at your own pace, with engaging video workshops. Enjoy flexibility and convenience, making learning about Aboriginal employment workplace systems a breeze. Picture yourself confidently implementing the projects, all from the comfort of your own space, driving positive change in your workplace.

Monthly Strategy Sessions

Share your work with Lindsay Stanford in monthly Zoom sessions, gaining personalised coaching and support. Feel guided and supported to tailor your projects, reducing risk and ensuring success in your efforts. Transform your workplace, and watch as Aboriginal employment initiatives seamlessly blend with your organisation's culture.

Tactical 20s for Anything Aboriginal Employment Related

Swiftly tackle challenges that crop up with targeted coaching in quick 20-minute Zoom sessions. Experience a sigh of relief, knowing that help is just a click away, reducing stress and boosting confidence. Picture a workplace where obstacles are overcome effortlessly, creating an environment where issues are solved promptly, paving the way for a smoother and more respectful professional journey.

When you’re ready to know more about how the Respectful Workplaces program will help you make a real difference for Aboriginal people and get real results for your organisation, the next step is to book a call with Lindsay.

“Personally, I valued the deeper relationships with my Aboriginal staff that developed as a direct result of Fairhaven taking a stand and making change in the Aboriginal employment space.

I learnt so much from their personal stories and I know this would not have happened if we didn't do the work to create a workplace where they felt they would be heard.”

- Monique Cardon, CEO, Fairhaven (September 2018)