Naa Marni Niipurna

Hello Friends

Our understanding of relationships is inspired and informed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People’s knowledge and practice that sees all things as interrelated.

Kaurna

Kaurna Land spans from Crystal Brook in the north. Cape Jervois in the south, the Adelaide hills in the east and waters in the west. Kaurna land borders Nukunu, Ngarrindjeri, Peramangk, Narungga and Ngadjuri. The term ‘Kaurna’ likely finds 
it’s roots from the neighbouring Ramindjeri/Ngarrindjeri language, showing the closeness between Aboriginal lands.

We acknowledge the Traditional Lands of the Kaurna People and we respect and support their Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual and Emotional relationship with their Country.

We acknowledge the Traditional Lands
of the Kaurna People
and we respect and support their
Spiritual, Physical,
Intellectual and Emotional
relationship with their Country.

Our understanding of relationships is inspired and informed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People’s knowledge and practice that sees all things as interrelated.

PERAMANGK

Peramangk country extends from the foothills above the Adelaide Plains, north from Mount Barker through Harrogate, Gumeracha, Mount Pleasant, and Springton to the Angaston and Gawler districts in the Barossa, and south to Strathalbyn and Myponga on 
the Fleurieu Peninsula. There are also sites along the River Murray to the east where Peramangk people had access to the river. “Peramangk” is a combination of words ‘Pera’ – place on the tiered range of mount lofty and ‘Maingker’ – red ochre skin warrior.

We acknowledge the Traditional Lands of the Peramangk People
and we respect and support their Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual and Emotional relationship with their Country.

We acknowledge the Traditional Lands
of the Peramangk People
and we respect and support their
Spiritual, Physical,
Intellectual and Emotional
relationship with their Country.

Our understanding of relationships is inspired and informed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People’s knowledge and practice that sees all things as interrelated.

Erawirung

Erawirung refers to the Yirawirung and Jirawirung people whose lands are located on the upper reaches of the Murray River in the Berri Riverland. The Riverland also refers to areas surrounding such as: Ngaiawang, Ngawait, Nganguruku, Ngintait, Ngaralte, Ngarkat and small parts of Maraura and Daanggali.

We acknowledge the Traditional Lands of the Erawirung People and we respect and support their Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual and Emotional relationship with their Country.

We acknowledge the Traditional Lands
of the Erawirung People
and we respect and support their
Spiritual, Physical,
Intellectual and Emotional
relationship with their Country.

Our understanding of relationships is inspired and informed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People’s knowledge and practice that sees all things as interrelated.

BOANDIK

Boandik country is located in the Mount Gambier region. “Boandik” or “Bunganditji” means ‘People of the Reeds’.

We acknowledge the Traditional Lands of the Boandik People and we respect and support their Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual and Emotional relationship with their Country.

We acknowledge the Traditional Lands
of the Boandik People
and we respect and support their
Spiritual, Physical,
Intellectual and Emotional
relationship with their Country.

Our understanding of relationships is inspired and informed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People’s knowledge and practice that sees all things as interrelated.

kurdnatta

Kurdnatta country is located in the Port Augusta region. This area also includes the lands of the Barngarla and Nukunu people. “Kurdnatta” means ‘Place of Drifting Sand’.

We acknowledge the Traditional Lands of the Kurdnatta People and we respect and support their Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual and Emotional relationship with their Country.

We acknowledge the Traditional Lands
of the Kurdnatta People
and we respect and support their
Spiritual, Physical,
Intellectual and Emotional
relationship with their Country.

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We come together as RASA, a not-for-profit organisation that exists on the lands of Kaurna . Tarntanya . Kuntu . Yartapuulti . Warraparinga . Para Wirra . Peramangk . Erawirung . Boandik . Kurdnatta .

RASA recognises the world’s oldest continuous living culture. For more than 65,000 years the original custodians welcomed all people to their Lands. They taught us responsibility, reciprocity and connections to these lands, knowing we are all visitors to these places that we live, work, and enjoy.

We acknowledge the importance of knowing these countries, to recognise the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, their Elders, their communities, their stories. When we learn about Country we recognise the care for the lands, skies, waters, plants, and animals that has always been a part of Aboriginal cultures.

We come together as RASA,
a not-for-profit organisation that
exists on the lands of
Kaurna . Tarntanya . Kuntu .
Yartapuulti . Warraparinga .
Para Wirra . Peramangk . Erawirung .
Boandik . Kurdnatta .

RASA recognises the world’s oldest
continuous living culture. For more
than 65,000 years the original
custodians welcomed all people to
their Lands. They taught us
responsibility, reciprocity and
connections to these lands,
knowing we are all visitors to these
places that we live, work, and enjoy.

We acknowledge the importance of
knowing these countries, to recognise
the Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander people, their Elders,
their communities, their stories.
When we learn about Country we
recognise the care for the lands,
skies, waters, plants, and animals
that has always been a part of
Aboriginal cultures.

We are conscious of our privilege to be here, doing the work that we do.
We understand that this privilege comes from the ongoing violation of these
lands which continues to harm Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's

relationships, health, wellbeing and aspirations.

RASA embraces the opportunity to learn from the knowledge and wisdom of First Nations peoples. The knowledge and wisdom we absorb inspires us to work restoratively,
with open-mindedness and holistically, to foster meaningful change in future lives.

We believe that walking in harmony depends on our ability as an organisation to listen, appreciate, collaborate, learn, and speak up.

We are conscious of our privilege to
be here, doing the work that we do.
We understand that this privilege
comes from the ongoing violation
of these lands which continues to
harm Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander people's relationships,
health, wellbeing and aspirations.

RASA embraces the opportunity to
learn from the knowledge and
wisdom of First Nations peoples.
The knowledge and wisdom we
absorb inspires us to work
restoratively, with open-mindedness
and holistically, to foster meaningful
change in future lives.

We believe that walking in harmony
depends on our ability as an
organisation to listen, appreciate,
collaborate, learn, and speak up.

This is, was and always will be, Aboriginal land, water and songlines.

This is, was and always will be,
Aboriginal land, water and songlines.

About

About

Who we are.

We Embrace the Diverse Nature of Relationships

Relationships

The dynamic bonds and connections that shape how we see ourselves and who we are.

Families

The people we feel responsible for and accountable to.

Communities

The groups of people with whom we identify.

Our Values

Diversity

We believe that everyone is different, and it is our differences that makes life interesting and vibrant. 

We know that our personal histories shape the unique way we see the world.

We recognise the importance of culture and religion in the lives of individuals and value cultural and religious diversity.

We respect the diversity of relationships between individuals, families and communities.

Respect

We believe everyone has something to contribute.

We strive for an equitable and just society that celebrates our diversity.

We believe in the importance of living sustainably and caring for our environment.

 

Belonging

We know the importance of a sense of positive connection and safe belonging in people’s lives.

We strive to support people to build caring and loving relationships with their partner, families, kin and friends.

We recognise the contribution that supportive relationships within our local community, between communities and in workplaces makes to our wellbeing.

Learning

We know that learning from our mistakes and being able to change our negative behaviours are the basis of healthy relationships. 

We believe learning is lifelong. We believe a meaningful life is based on continuously learning about ourselves, our loved ones and remaining curious about the world.

We believe that people deserve the opportunity to learn and change throughout their lives. We value people’s right to make choices and learn from their experiences.

We know learning from people who are different from ourselves is challenging and often confronting.

Our Pulse

 

Doing Our Bit Well

We are realistic, practical, simple but not simplistic. We recognise that it is clients who change their lives; we, at best, inspire, enable and support change. We build partnerships with other services and we recognise our limits.

Curious + Creative

We are open to enquiry and discovery; we are committed to learning individually, as a team, as an organisation and as a community. We use obstacles to drive innovation.

 

Walking Together in Harmony

We listen respectfully to different perspectives and we are open to influence. The spirit of walking in harmony is about generosity, humility and respect for the differences we each bring to our partnerships.
We are committed to building cultural safety and learning about cultural responsibility.

Our Principles

Person Centred Services

We listen to and tailor our service responses to the specific needs of individuals, including children and young people.

Equitable + Accessible Services

We strive to ensure that our services are accessible and we seek to adapt our services and learn from people who have special needs and vulnerabilities.

Acknowledging Cultural Connections

We recognise that health and wellbeing are influenced by people’s social, economic, cultural and spiritual contexts and by the physical environment in which they live. Participating in and expressing our cultural identities are important for our wellbeing.

Quality Assurance

We provide quality evidence-based services which are continuously refined by research, evaluation and practice wisdom.

An Integrated Range of Services

People rarely live their problems as single issues. We therefore offer a diverse range of integrated service approaches. We recognise people’s strengths borne of lived experience and enable sustainable choices.

Participation + Inclusion

To ensure that we respond to identified needs we actively encourage participation and welcome feedback from clients, communities, funders and other service providers.

Partnership + Cooperation

We value partnership and collaboration to ensure that services continuously improve, are influenced by the lived experience, and are coordinated.

A Positive + Proactive Workplace

Our workplace reflects and values diversity and proactively encourages learning and continuous improvement.

Effective + Accountable

We are efficient in our use of resources and operate transparently and accountably as a financially sound organisation.

Two women talking together.

Our Expectations

Fostering Respect + Collaboration

At RASA, we have certain principles that all of us – our staff and our valued clients – should adhere to. These guidelines are designed to foster a cooperative environment where we can engage effectively and positively.

Close up image of a flower.

Our Core Foundations

The Heart of What We Do

Underpinning all our services, our culture and every aspect of our organisation is a set of core foundations that reflect our set of core foundations that reflect our values and guide everything we do.  They demonstrate our commitment to strengthen respect for our differences, build a sense of belonging and create an opportunity to learn and grow.

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Our Strategy + Goals

Strategic Direction

Our strategic direction is informed by our vision for a just and equitable society in which relationships are respectful, diversity is valued and people have a sense of belonging and an opportunity to learn and grow. 

Our Board + Staff

Our People

We couldn’t do what we do without the ongoing dedication of our talented team. We are fortunate to work with a group of people who are motivated by a common purpose to support enhanced relationship wellbeing.

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We are always looking to connect with passionate people from diverse backgrounds who care about supporting communities and making a difference in the lives of all people.

Relationships are the threads that connect us to each other and the world we all shape and share.

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