Acknowledgement of Country

Agile Ether Solutions recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Peoples of this land.

We recognise that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ history and cultures are the foundation of Australia’s collective history and culture.

We acknowledge Elders past, present and emerging as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work.

We celebrate that we live in the country with the world’s oldest continuous living cultures.

Policy Statement:

In the spirit of respect and reconciliation, we will continue to support initiatives that strengthen culture and ways of life so that their legacy continues and extends to future generations.

We recognize the importance of partnering with and empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to promote economic prosperity and cultural diversity. Our initiatives encompass partnering with Indigenous businesses, purchasing products and services from Indigenous suppliers, employing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and providing mentorship to Indigenous business owners.

Key Principles:

The following principles will guide our work in delivering culturally responsive services for the Indigenous communities.

We will:

• respect the values, culture and heritage of Aboriginal people.
• acknowledge that Aboriginal people and communities know and best interpret their own needs.
• encourage transparency, equity and choice.
• promote person centred, flexible and locally based service delivery approaches.
• provide culturally appropriate information and resources.
• engage the Aboriginal community in the development of new programs and

policy reform.

• build the capacity and resilience of Aboriginal organisations, communities and families.
• recognise that responsive service for Aboriginal communities is best delivered by Aboriginal staff.

Action Plan

Partnering with Indigenous Businesses:

We seek partnerships with Indigenous-owned businesses to promote economic development and build sustainable relationships. By collaborating with Indigenous entrepreneurs, we aim to support their growth and success while contributing to the advancement of Indigenous communities.

Purchasing Products and Services from Indigenous Businesses:

We prioritize sourcing products and services from Indigenous businesses whenever possible, as part of our commitment to Indigenous economic empowerment. By choosing Indigenous suppliers, we contribute to the growth of Indigenous enterprises and help create opportunities for local employment and economic self-sufficiency.

Employing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples:

We are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. As a small business, we strive to help recruit and employ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for our organisation and clients, recognizing the value of their unique perspectives, skills, and contributions.

Mentoring Indigenous Business Owners:

We believe in the importance of mentorship in line with our Community Commitment policy and support for Indigenous entrepreneurs to succeed in business ventures. Through mentorship initiatives, we offer guidance, advice, and resources to Indigenous business owners to help them navigate challenges, build capacity, and achieve their goals. We encourage Indigenous entrepreneurs to contact us to commit our time and resources to identify the gaps and help where needed.