Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Every person has the right to be treated with dignity, respect and fairness.

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to safe organisations, communities and relationships. Different experiences, identities, cultures and perspectives strengthen communities and contribute to environments where people feel respected, valued and able to participate. 

Kooyoora works with and for people from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, including Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, Māori and Pasifika peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, people of diverse genders, sexualities and identities, and children, young people and adults who may face additional barriers, vulnerabilities or disadvantage. 

Kooyoora is committed to culturally safe practice and recognises the importance of listening to diverse voices, lived experience and community perspectives. These insights inform how our services are designed and delivered, helping to reduce barriers to participation and foster inclusive engagement. 

Learning from Lived Experience

Kooyoora recognises the valuable contribution of lived experience to prevention, organisational learning and the creation of safer environments. The voices and experiences of people impacted by harm, abuse, misconduct and unsafe practices provide important insights that can help strengthen safeguarding efforts, inform improvement and support meaningful change. 

Our commitment is built on the belief that:

  •  All people are valued and appreciated for their unique experiences, strengths and contributions.

  • Everyone has the right to feel respected, included, safe and able to be themselves.

  • Diverse voices are heard and valued.

  • Lived experience is recognised and respected.

  • Different perspectives strengthen organisations, communities and decision-making.

Our commitment is to:

  •  Treat all people with dignity, respect and fairness.

  • Foster inclusive, welcoming and accessible environments.

  • Value diverse voices, perspectives and lived experience.

  • Promote equitable access to information, support and services.

  • Support cultures that are free from discrimination, harassment and exclusion.

  • Recognise and respond to barriers that may impact participation, safety and wellbeing.

  • Ensure services are responsive to diverse needs and experiences.

  • Contribute to cultures of respect, belonging and safety for all.