Getting governance right
Making sure it has its governance right has given the Nhunadar Watchinar Parnba Community Aboriginal Corporation greater confidence in pursuing a possible land claim and put together a project aimed at giving future generations a better understanding of their culture.
The corporation which is located approximately 160 kilometres north of Geraldton is now confident that it is operating “in a true and correct manner” after undertaking an ICV-backed governance workshop.
Members of the Corporation “brainstormed” during the workshop and came up with a 5-year strategic plan enabling it to apply for government finance and carry out fundraising activities.
Corporation Chair Jennifer Clayton believes it has provided direction for the body to be a sustainable community.
“If we are going to be a corporation and go back on to our country and care for our country we want to be true and correct in the documentation so we are complying within the rules and regulations of our constitution,” she explained. “It has given us a direction to aim for the future employment, education and training for our children and grandkids.”
Assisting the community in its endeavours was Jennifer Evans.
“The depth of the connection to their country and the passion and commitment of the family to help their community and country, especially establishing a better future for the next generation. The members had a very diverse and high level of skill upon which to draw.” She noted.
