Copy of Modern Custodian - Acknowledge This! Workshop

Acknowledgements of Country are a practice of connection. When everyone understands why we do it and how to make it our own, people feel safe to try something new and share a bit about themselves. Through sharing stories and information, we connect on a meaningful level and create a rich shared culture.

Participants will walk away with:

• Deeper understanding of what an Acknowledgement of Country is vs a Welcome to Country
• The purpose of each part of an Acknowledgement of Country
• Confidence when addressing the ‘fear of causing offence’ that may come when delivering an Acknowledgement
• Their own personalised Acknowledgement of Country format to adapt for any gatherings where you want to Acknowledge our shared cultures

Acknowledge This! is facilitated by Rhys Paddick (Yamatji, Budimia, Noongar Australian)

Rhys is an expert in cultural desensitivity, how to explore and connect with Aboriginal peoples and cultures with courage, excitement and joy - as opposed to facilitating cultural change from the all too common place of shame, guilt and fear. Rhys specialises in moving people and businesses out of ticking boxes into a place of authenticity. A storyteller and artist, Rhys takes from his 15+ years of working with and for Aboriginal people and organisations, and has designed and delivered multiple workshops, trainings and keynotes all in an effort to connect fellow Australians to our common cultures.

• Attendance will be online via Teams ( Link to be sent once attendance confirmed )