Honouring those who came before
A Step Towards Reconciliation and Healing
Recognising and honouring the Indigenous peoples of the Gold Coast and embracing diversity through cultural awareness.
Cultural Awareness
Recognising and Honouring the Indigenous Peoples of the Gold Coast
The Gold Coast region, located in southeastern Queensland, Australia, has a rich Indigenous history that dates back tens of thousands of years. The traditional custodians of the land are the Yugambeh people, who are part of the wider Bundjalung Nation.
It is essential to recognise and honour the Indigenous peoples of the Gold Coast and surrounding regions, as they have a deep spiritual and cultural connection to the land that spans thousands of years. They have lived sustainably on this land for generations, passing down their knowledge and traditions from one generation to the next.
The Yugambeh People
Embracing Diversity through Acknowledging and Learning
Unfortunately, Indigenous people in Australia have faced significant challenges over the centuries, including dispossession of their land, forced removal of children from their families, and the erosion of their culture and language. Acknowledging and honouring the Indigenous peoples of the Gold Coast and surrounding regions is an important step towards reconciliation and healing.
It is also important to acknowledge the contributions of the many Aboriginal people from other regions, as well as Torres Strait and South Sea Islander people, who now live in the Gold Coast area and have made important contributions to the community. By recognising and honouring the Indigenous peoples of the Gold Coast and surrounding regions, we can help build a more inclusive and equitable community that celebrates and values diversity.
Our Commitment
Creating a Safe and Welcoming Space for All
At Birch Foundation, we recognise the importance of acknowledging and honouring the Indigenous peoples of the Gold Coast and surrounding regions. We strive to create a safe and welcoming space for all people and are committed to supporting initiatives that promote reconciliation, cultural awareness, and respect for diversity.
One of the most captivating and meaningful things that we can take away is the recognition of the Indigenous peoples' deep spiritual and cultural connection to the land, which spans thousands of years. This is a vital aspect of their identity that we must respect and preserve.
By learning more about the Indigenous peoples of the Gold Coast and surrounding regions and acknowledging their contributions and experiences, we can help build a more inclusive and equitable community that values and celebrates diversity.
Our Values
Values That Unite Us
Our foundation's values are deeply aligned with the principles of respect, community, and care for Country that have guided Indigenous Australians for millennia.
Respect
Honouring the deep spiritual and cultural connection to the land that spans thousands of years.
Reconciliation
Actively working towards healing and understanding through acknowledgment and meaningful action.
Inclusivity
Building a community that celebrates and values diversity in all its forms.
Cultural Awareness
Learning from Indigenous knowledge and traditions to better serve our community.
Community
Strengthening bonds across cultures by supporting one another with compassion and dignity.
Sustainability
Embracing the Indigenous principle of caring for Country for future generations.
Acknowledgment of Country
We recognise and honour the Yugambeh language region's people of the Gold Coast, along with their past and present descendants. We pay respect to their Elders past, present, and emerging.
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands on which Birch Foundation operates and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their contributions to the life of this region.
This always was, and always will be, Aboriginal land.
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