First Nations

One Basin CRC has made an important commitment to working respectfully with First Nations to support greater access to water and land for cultural, social and spiritual connection, and provide greater opportunities for economic development, career development, employment, education and training. 

As partners in the CRC, First Nations people have the opportunity to shape research agendas and be active participants in research. This includes opportunities for skills development and passing of knowledge to younger generations.

We are committed to working with First Nations peoples based on the following principles:

• Relationships: We commit to establishing and maintaining meaningful relationships with  local Aboriginal communities, including our partners, employees, customers and contractors within the CRC. 

• Respect: We commit to developing an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal culture, and to building an organisational culture that is welcoming and inclusive of First Nations peoples. Respecting the cultures, histories, lands, experiences and perspectives of First Nations peoples is integral to genuine engagement with these groups. 
• Opportunities: We commit to creating an environment where sustainable opportunities for First Nations peoples in the CRC is a reality.