(IGP: Cluster Connect) Cultural Connections: First Nation Protocols for Agrifood Partnerships (Online Webinar)

OVERVIEW:
NoonGar Land Enterprise Group present this unique workshop to guide agrifood businesses in respectfully engaging with First Nations communities. Gain an understanding of essential protocols and practices to foster cultural sensitivity and build meaningful, collaborative partnerships.

Key Topics:

• Acknowledgment and Welcome to Country: Learn the differences between Acknowledgment of Country and Welcome to Country, including when and how each should be used.
• Cultural Protocols and Respectful Engagement: Discover best practices for building relationships with First Nations communities, from consultation to collaboration.
• Indigenous Knowledge and Intellectual Property: Understand guidelines for respecting Indigenous knowledge systems and intellectual property, especially when working with native ingredients or traditional knowledge.
• Land and Water Significance: Explore the cultural and spiritual importance of land and water to First Nations people and its impact on agrifood activities.
• Employment and Economic Development: Learn strategies for creating culturally safe workplaces and fostering economic opportunities for Indigenous people in agrifood.

Workshop Format:
This online session includes a brief presentation on key protocols, a case study discussion, a group activity to develop an Indigenous engagement plan, and an open Q&A session.

ABOUT CLUSTER CONNECT
Cluster Connect is the Industry Partner Organisation for Food, Beverage and Agribusinesses for the Industry Growth Program.

Leveraging a vast network of Australia's 5 leading agrifood clusters, Cluster Connect ensures each participant can meet unique challenges, optimise opportunities, and achieve sustainable growth. Find out more info here.