A Learning Resource for Mob Engaging with the Social Enterprise Sector

Over the past 12 months, BlackCard has convened a peer learning community of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander change-makers in the social enterprise sector.  The group initially focused on addressing gaps in cultural capability within the sector, but shifted to centre the needs and experiences of Community. This webinar will share insights on the process, including community engagement, collective ways of working, and Aboriginal-led approaches.

The interactive conversation will explore:

• Community consultation and how it shaped the project direction.
• Aboriginal-led approaches to design and decision making.
• Collective working within a national learning community.
• Culturally grounded engagement practices.
• Reflections on participation and contribution.

About the Convenor

BlackCard operates with the authority of Elders who have provided expertise for over 30 years to enterprises, governments, corporate and industry sectors. BlackCard’s Aboriginal knowledge strengthens ethical behaviour by enabling people to develop an understanding to undertake the same obligations and responsibilities to Land and to each other as Aboriginal people have practised for thousands of years.

Mundanara Bayles

Managing Director

 

BlackCard

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Mundanara is a proud Aboriginal woman connected to Wonnarua, Bunjalung, Birri-Gubba, and Gungalu peoples, continuing her family’s long legacy of activism. Mundanara has over 20 years’ experience across education, employment, media, and health, and was named Indigenous Businesswoman of the Year at the 2023 Supply Nation Awards. Mundanara co-founded BlackCard with Dr Lilla Watson to deliver cultural capability training. Mundanara hosts Black Magic Woman, the first Indigenous podcast to join the iHeart network, amplifying First Nations voices and stories.

Renai Mouton

Founder

 

Renai Mouton Consulting

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Renai is a proud First Nations woman with over 20 years of professional experience, including more than a decade dedicated to First Nations economic development. She is Founder of Renai Mouton Consulting - a platform for work that is culturally grounded, community-driven, and focused on long-term change. Renai’s approach is shaped by a belief that economic independence can transform systems, but only when it is built in alignment with culture, wellbeing, and community priorities.

Gaala Watson

Associate Lecturer

 

The University of Queensland

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Gaala is a Gangalu and Birri-Gubba (Wiri) woman, born and raised in South Eeast Queensland. A graduate of the Murri School, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in Australian History from Deakin University’s Institute of Koorie Education, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Griffith University, a Professional Certificate in Indigenous Research from the University of Melbourne, and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the University of Queensland. Since 2018, Gaala has been actively involved in Queensland’s social enterprise sector. She was appointed a Fellow of the Griffith University Yunus Centre in 2019 and has served as Chair of the Food Connect Foundation and Co-Chair of the Queensland Social Enterprise Council. Gaala currently lectures at the University of Queensland Business School, where she continues to grow her research portfolio. Her recently completed doctoral research theorised Aboriginal governance, and her broader academic interests span Indigenous knowledges in business, Aboriginal economics, and impact enterprise.