This resource is aimed at supporting front-line practitioners to:

– Have a working knowledge of the historical and contemporary context of social welfare policies

and their impact on First Nations families.

– Use this knowledge as a starting point to build an awareness of how individual and systemic

practices impact First Nations young people and families.

– Recognise the importance of working with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations

(ACCOs), Elders and respected community members to design and implement strengths-based

culturally informed support services.