For CR, it means Aboriginal leadership helps guide how we work and make decisions, with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Directors making up more than 56% of our Board.

Day-to-day work, services and staff roles will continue as usual. Being Aboriginal-led will help strengthen how we work with each other and our communities, and how we deliver on our mission.

While this work is still unfolding, staff will have opportunities to learn more, ask questions and get involved as it continues.

Yes. We will continue to provide cultural learning and support so all staff feel confident working in an Aboriginal‑led organisation.

All staff have a role in bringing Community Resources’ purpose and mission to life.

Community Resources delivers a wide range of services across communities throughout Australia. This work is ongoing and essential, and will continue as we move forward as an Aboriginal‑led organisation. The roles people carry out now remain important, with every employee’s skills and contribution continuing to be needed.

Being Aboriginal-led means our organisation is guided by Aboriginal leadership, with decisions shaped by culture, community and lived experience. Within this, non‑Aboriginal staff play an important role as allies.

Being an ally means working in ways that are respectful, open and supportive — listening to Aboriginal voices, learning from culture, and contributing to culturally safe workplaces and services.

This also includes working in a two‑way learning approach. Two‑way learning means we learn from each other — bringing together Aboriginal knowledge and ways of working with other skills and experiences. It values both equally and creates space for shared understanding, where people listen, reflect and grow together.

Every staff member, regardless of background, helps strengthen our work by supporting Aboriginal leadership, building strong relationships, and delivering services that care for people and Country.

You don’t need to have all the answers. Use the FAQ to keep the message simple and respectful, and direct people to our website for more information. Speak to your manager if you’re unsure. For media requests, please direct to Rachel Walker rachel.walker@communityresources.org.au

Staff are being informed first so everyone understands what’s changing, what’s staying the same, and where to find the right information.

Community Resources was founded on Worimi Country in 1987 with a focus on place-based training, employment and community services for Aboriginal people. While our work has grown and broadened over time, providing culturally safe and relevant services remains at the heart of what we do.

Aboriginal‑led organisations are important because they support self‑determination – meaning Aboriginal people have control over decisions that affect their lives and communities.  For lasting impact, our work must be informed and led by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Being formally recognised as Aboriginal‑led strengthens how we lead, govern and stay accountable to community. It also reinforces our role working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally diverse communities, and all Australians experiencing need.  

This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to creating jobs, strengthening communities and caring for Country.

It also helps us achieve stronger outcomes. When services are shaped and delivered by the communities we support, they are more relevant, culturally safe and trusted - leading to more sustainable benefits for everyone.

No. There is no immediate change to roles or responsibilities. Over time, there will be more opportunities to build cultural capability and support Aboriginal-led ways of working.

Decisions will continue to be made as they are now, but with stronger guidance from Aboriginal leadership and cultural input where relevant.

Before the public announcement during NAIDOC Week, please don’t share this externally.

After the public announcement, you can keep the message simple and direct people to our website for more information. Please refer funder or detailed customer questions to your manager or contact marketing@communityresources.org.au.

• Taking a few minutes to explore the Staff FAQ PDF

• Displaying the Aboriginal-led poster in your staffroom:

• Getting involved in learning opportunities as they become available

• Having open conversations with your manager if you’re curious or would like to learn more

• Helping create a culture that is respectful, inclusive and proud by keeping conversations thoughtful and considered

• Directing any media or customer enquiries to your manager or marketing@communityresources.org.au so we can provide clear, consistent responses

• Being mindful not to place the responsibility on Aboriginal staff to explain the change – this is something we are all learning together

Staff can ask questions through their Exec Manager or GM. There will be opportunities to learn more, ask questions and get involved as the work unfolds.