OUR KINNECTION
ABOUT US
Our Kinnection is an Aboriginal owned and operated small business that was founded by Joey and Vicki Griffiths to support, empower and create positive change to our Aboriginal Communities, Families and Young people.
We specialise in Mentoring and Cultural Programs to Support, Empower and Create Positive Change.
We pride ourselves on delivering high quality, inclusive and culturally appropriate services that contribute to increasing the awareness, understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal culture.
Our Kinnection deliver services guided and informed by Aboriginal protocols, ensuring we maintain the authenticity and integrity of Aboriginal people and culture. Kinnection, Identity and empowerment are at the core of everything we do to Inspire our Mob.
OUR SERVICES
We work with Mob, providing exceptional consulting services that are catered specifically to their needs. Take a look below at the services we offer.
KINNECTIONS PROGRAM
To Empower and Inspire our Mob by providing the support and links they
need to meaningful Employment, Training, Life Skills and development.
We create a supportive and culturally safe environment that will enable
participants to foster cultural connections and experiences.
We will provide the tools, information and practical learnings that will improve awareness and
Connect Community, Families & Young People to:
Education and Training providers
Industry links & information
Connecting MOB to employers
Work preparation skills
Health, Wellbeing & Mentoring support
Cultural activities & experiences
Life skills & Development
INSPIRE ME MENTORING
Is a Mentoring & Behavioural program where we offer guidance, support and encouragement to young children, family or carers, delivering a variety of workshops and visits over a period, as well as offering ongoing support.
We use Role Models to help promote, encourage, support and be apart of the positive change in a Person’s life
Program Aims:
•Behavioural support
•Identify aspirations, set goals and action steps
•Encourage and support family members to take action towards achieving their goals
•Provide a link to community services and resources
• The importance of an education
•Health and Wellbeing
•Connection to Culture & Identity
•Impact of life and social challenges
Effects of exposure to Drugs/Alcohol
CULTURAL SUPPORT TO CYP IN OUT OF HOME CARE
Connect Aboriginal CYP to their Culture. Help foster & maintain this connection.
Develop & deliver cultural support plans
Visit CYP in their home/school setting to provide cultural support & mentoring.
Work with CYP/Carers to ensure their voices are heard
Connect CYP/Carers with local Aboriginal services
SCHOOL BASED PROGRAMS
We offer a School based program for primary or secondary students. This is delivered on a weekly or fortnightly basis at your school.
Objectives- Empower & create positive change
Create a space that encompasses empowerment, identity,
self-connection and belonging
Encourage students to embrace Aboriginal culture as part of the history of their Country.
Connect Aboriginal students to their Culture. Help foster & maintain this connection
Provide culture connections and experiences
Introduce key components, practical strategies, and skills to become more resilient in their daily life
Mentor students offering guidance, support, and encouragement
Represent the significance of Dreaming stories through story and dance
Connect these stories to local Aboriginal culture, knowledge, and Country.
Explore Health and wellbeing
Provide a link to community services and resources
Fun, interactive hands on learning
STAFF DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP
This workshop is tailored to suit your needs it is a fun interactive hands-on journey of self-learning and empowerment. Delivered at your choice of venue, we will have staff self-reflecting on all aspects of their personal development and growth.
Cultural Connection & Identity
Self-Reflection
Building Resilience
Constructive Criticism
Life Challenges
Community Challenges