Naa Marni Niipurna

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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.

Denise’s Story

By Relationships Australia

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Together for Kids Service

Denise is a young Mum and she is arriving for the first time at a FDV Service with her son, Seth. She is met by Lil who is an experienced case worker. Lil finds ways to support Denise to make informed decisions by explaining the options available to her. In all Lil’s interactions with Denise she assists her to restore and strengthen emotional and physical safety. The FDV service also has a Nunga Child Support Worker called Becky who focuses on Seth’s needs. Becky uses play activities with Seth to explore some of his worries. Becky uses the understandings she gains from time to time with Seth to support Denise with her parenting.

 

Information for Professionals

The key points of interaction and learning for workers in the film are:

  • Ways of greeting and making the family welcome to a FDV service
  • Taking a slow pace to the process that suits the family
  • Supporting families to make informed decisions about their welfare
  • Child focussed work by the Nungar Child Support worker
  • Example of an initial assessment and safety plan and how to follow up
  • Support mothers to restore safety for their children
  • Strengthen positive and safe connections with family, kin and community

Some discussion questions that can be used when viewing this film for professional development could include:

  • What is your purpose when someone first arrives at a service? What do you want to achieve?
  • How do you welcome a child when you meet them for the first time?
  • What would you investigate further with Denise to develop a case plan for: Denise, Seth and the unborn child?
  • How do you manage to take time with a child focussed intake, with the pressures of all your work commitments and pressing deadlines?
  • How do you interact with the parent when a child is present?
  • What is the difference between play therapy and an engagement session using play?
  • How will you support Denise to notice behaviour changes in Seth and respond appropriately?
  • How will you develop your skills in noticing the differences between child development milestones, children’s behaviour and the effects of trauma? Are you aware of services and resources available to support your work with children?

Information for Parents and Families

You may not know what to expect when you and your children are supported by a Domestic and Family Violence or a Homelessness service. All children are clients in their own right and so services will be working with you and each child to ensure children have the support they need.

The following video was made by Relationships Australia (SA) in conjunction with Nunga Mi-Minars Aboriginal Family Violence services. The film shows a culturally appropriate intake and assessment of a young Aboriginal mother and her son. While this may not be a service that you are familiar with, all services are required to work in culturally respectful ways. So while the setting may change, the values and attitudes of workers ( Aboriginal and non Aboriginal) during your stay with any service should help you feel safe and connected . Your child’s cultural identity should be acknowledges and strengthened by providing respectful and appropriate services.

If you have any questions about the service you and your children are receiving please talk to your case worker or call Together4kids on 8245 8190 to talk to one of our Aboriginal consultants.

Some children require extra support during this time. Together4 Kids is a specialist therapeutic service that can provide your child with an individualised program to help them through difficult times. Your case worker can refer you and your child to T4K for an interview.

Acknowledgments

Scenario Outline: Lil Milera, Lead Case Manager, Northern Regional Family Violence Service, Nunga Mi:Minar Inc

Aboriginal cultural advisors and script direction: Lil Milera, Lead Case Manager, Nunga Mi:Minar Inc, Rosney Snell, CEO, Nunga Mi:Minar Inc, Joanne Willmot, Relationships Australia (SA), Katrina Power, Relationships Australia (SA)

A special thank you to Niko Kurtangga Patpangga, (A service of the Southern Domestic Violence Service Inc) for their support in the development of this story with a special mention to Colleen Lovegrove for her commitment and involvement.

Actors: Denise/Mother – Rikki Wilson, Seth/Child – Seth Dodd, Case Manager –
Lil Milera.

Nunga Child Support Worker – Becky Matthews
Family Wellbeing, Aboriginal Support Services, “Together with the Community Family Programs

Shot on location at Nunga Mi Minar. Nunga Mi: Minar Inc is the Northern Regional Family Violence Service that provides culturally respectful supported accommodation service for Aboriginal women and their children.

This project has been made possible through funding provided by Homelessness Strategy, Housing SA, Department for Communities and Social Inclusion. All characters appearing in this work are fictitious. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental.

If you feel like you need extra support Relationships Australia SA also offers a range of services for families and children and youth that can help. Together4Kids provides therapeutic support to children aged 0–12 to help them: overcome trauma, strengthen children’s ability to deal with difficult feelings and reactions, and adjust to family changes and disruptions. Get in touch with us today.

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