Wunman Njinde

‘Yoowinna Wurnalung’ means ‘Our Safe Place’ in Gunaikurnai, the language of the traditional people of this region.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Aboriginal culture is a core Yoowinna Wurnalung Aboriginal Healing Service (YWAHS) value, and we provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal peoples. YWAHS recognises, accepts and respects that each individual, family, or community presents with a diverse and unique set of characteristics and circumstances, and as such will:

•  Deliver equitable and accessible service regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, mental abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies
• Comply with the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities (the Charter) Act 2006
• Provide safe, and culturally appropriate services and environments
• Employ a workforce that accepts and supports diversity
• Identify and incorporate an individual or a family’s unique set of characteristics or circumstances in any process
• Provide as necessary, access to additional resources such as aides and equipment, advocacy services, language interpreters, etc. to ensure maximum participation in any decision-making process.

Cultural statement

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have the oldest continuous cultures in the world.
• YWAHS celebrates and takes pride in the rich spiritual connection, cultural values and practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• We celebrate the significant contributions made and cultures shared to enrich all communities.
• We acknowledge and respect the special place of the Traditional Owners.
• We appreciate and value the opportunity to live, work and thrive on their lands.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

All children who come to YWAHS have a right to feel and be safe.

YWAHS is committed to the safety and well-being of all children and young people accessing our services and the welfare of the children in our care will always be our first priority. We are committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal children, the cultural safety of children from a culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, and providing a safe environment for children with a disability.

YWAHS aims to create a child-safe and friendly environment where all children are valued, feel safe, and empowered.

YWAHS has zero tolerance for child abuse, and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. The protection of children is a shared responsibility between all staff and volunteers. 

Delivering Family Violence Services in East Gippsland and Wellington

Sale

16b Wade Court
Sale Victoria 3850

Bairnsdale

14 Giles St
Bairnsdale Victoria 3875