Delve into a conversation with Kyan Mitchell, a senior consultant at Impact Policy, as he shares his insightful journey and perspectives from the youth justice sector.

• Kyan's unexpected entry into the justice sector and his professional journey.
• The role of cultural programs in rehabilitation and identity building.
• The significance and challenges of place-based initiatives and decision-making.
• Overcoming the complexities of power sharing in public sector collaborations.
• Evaluating success and impact from a community-centered perspective.

00:00 Interview with Kyan Mitchell

04:32 Recruiting Indigenous Staff Effectively

08:12 "Reimagining Justice Systems"

11:24 Courageous Leadership in Public Sector

15:53 Prison Mentoring and Cultural Activities

16:32 Community and Cultural Disconnect

21:39 "Access Challenges in Public Programs"

25:48 Long-Term Investment in Cultural Work

28:22 "Community-Led Consistent Action"

31:19 "Joining Aboriginal Strategic Unit Journey"

35:00 Building Confidence for Community Engagement

40:01 Minimizing Aboriginal Voices

41:37 Reflecting on Community Consultation Silence

44:57 "Power Sharing for Better Outcomes"

49:03 Empowering Procurement for Impact

53:31 Redefining Impact Metrics in Communities

55:33 Collaborative Success and Community Agency

To access Kuyans thought leadership follow Impact Policy and read his recent article on sharing power works here

Impact Policy Podcast, youth justice, Kyan Mitchell, cultural programs, Aboriginal community, co-design, power sharing, public sector, decision-making, decolonizing justice, Indigenous identity, cultural access, regional vs urban perspectives, community leadership, tendering, procurement, strategic policy, government systems, cultural integration, community support, collaboration, public sector challenges, cultural significance, identity building.

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Today I am joined by Elle Davidson, Managing Director at Zion Engagement and together we explore the complexities around connecting with Country, as a framework and in practice.

Elle shares her professional journey and the impact she has had through her organisation and consulting work. We unpack what great work looks like in this space including access to her upcoming training platform.

This is a valuable episode for anyone working in planning, design, public spaces, environment and Aboriginal Affairs.

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Join Jessie Robinson, proud Wiradjuri man and Senior Consultant CoDesign and Engagement at Impact Policy. Together with Sam we explore Jessies journey to now, his extensive on the ground and community experience and a deep dive into CoDesign in practice, Jessies personal and Cultural approach and unpacking what this looks like in our communities.

1. Introduction

• Host introduction: Sam Johnson
• Acknowledgement of country
• Introduction of guest: Jesse Robinson
• Call to action for listeners to engage with the podcast

1. Jesse Robinson's Background and Journey

• Connection to Sam through the podcast
• Introduction to Jesse's personal and professional journey
• Emphasis on lived experience influencing work
• Incorporating lived experience in projects

1. Professional Experience in Non-Profit and Community Sector

• Jesse's role as a Senior Consultant at Impact Policy
• Prior work in the not-for-profit sector
• Roles in youth work, child protection, and management
• Importance of engagement and accessibility
• Shift to strategy and advocacy roles

1. The Concept of Engagement and Co Design

• Jesse's influence from community-led projects
• Transition to engagement and co design work
• Value of co design in providing agency and self-determination for communities

1. Personal Story and Cultural Influence

• Jesse's upbringing in Peak Hill, Western NSW
• Impact of family, including father's activism
• Mother's role as a foster carer
• Influence of kinship and family on professional work

1. Practical Advice for Working with Young People

• Importance of deep listening
• Building trust and relationships with young people
• Cultural significance and connection to community
• Storytelling as a method for connection

1. Reflections on Co Design Workshop

• Recent co design workshop experience with Australian public service leaders
• Challenges of systemic work and achieving long-term change
• Risk of "co design" becoming a PR or trendy term
• Integration of lived experience as fundamental in co design

1. Challenges and Risks in Co Design Practices

• Importance of strong leadership in co design
• Co design as a tool rather than a solution
• Blurring lines between true community-led and co design work
• The role of government and risk of over-consultation

1. Jesse's Perspectives on Systemic Change

• Reflection on Indigenous-led solutions and community engagement
• Flexibility and adaptation as essential in co design processes
• Trauma-informed approach in engagement

1. Conclusion and Future Outlook

• Jesse's consulting work at Mawang Consulting
• Professional goals and self-determination
• Promoting collaboration and authentic engagement
• Final thoughts and expressions of gratitude between hosts and guest

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