Big Issues and Recent Developments in Abuse Law Claims - Cultural Awareness and Safety when Working with Indigenous Clients
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Description
Attend and earn 1 CPD hour in Professional Skills
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
Professional Skills
Cultural Awareness and Safety when Working with Indigenous Clients
When working with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Communities the need for cultural safety is paramount. As their lawyer, it is crucial that you can interact with your client in a culturally safe and appropriate way to ensure effective and sensitive representation and advice. This presentation will provide guidance on;
- Cultural safety
- Racism
- Cultural diversity
- Cultural values
- Personal history of being an Aboriginal person in Australia
Presented by Dean Bell, Manager of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Team, Knowmore
Presenters
Dean Bell
Dean is a descendent of the Ngunawal Aboriginal peoples of the Yass/Canberra region and is the Manager of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Team at Knowmore. Dean joined the original Knowmore team in 2013. He has had extensive experience in government and community engagement roles where he has played a key role in encouraging the delivery of culturally safe and respectful services.