Our
Principles
Celebrating and uplifting the diverse cultural identities of the Communities we are privileged to represent, the Spinifex Foundation SA is driven by these principles.
Culture First, in Everything We Do
- Culture is central in all processes and decisions
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Being respectful of connection
and identity - Doing things according to community ways and cultural guidance
- Drawing upon and valuing the experience and knowledge of Elders
For Community, by Community
- A model that is inclusive, representative, consultative, and accessible
- Seeing value in different perspectives, respecting the voice of experience and community
- Maintaining an open-door policy, without professional barriers to inclusion
- Fostering equality so that no one group has more say than any other, and holding space for quieter voices
- Providing transparency around decision-making processes
Action Orientated and Evolutionary
- Evolving and adapting to remain responsive to changing priorities and emerging need in community
- Ensuring continuity and succession through mentoring and sharing knowledge
- Utilising the Foundation for broader advocacy
- Coming together to share both responsibility and accountability
- Demonstrating action and commitment and delivering for community
Building and
Transferring Capability
- Prioritising and seeking local expertise and organisations first
- Powering up communities through education and mentorship
- Supporting young people, grassroots representatives, and community members to see themselves guiding the work
- Recognising the importance of going to community
- Building on and complementing existing strengths and assets
