Watch this CPD webinar to hear about conducting respectful consultations with First Nations people and organisations. Troy Casey from Aboriginal-owned design consultancy Blaklash will share practical knowledge and culturally responsive approaches for effective consultation practice. You'll learn how to identify the right people and organisations, create respectful meeting environments, utilise effective consultation tools and understand the importance of agency. Originally held 16 October 2025.
This session covers:
- Identifying the right people and organisations to engage with for your consultation needs.
- Creating respectful meeting environments where First Nations advisers and community members feel comfortable and valued.
- Utilising effective consultation tools that meaningfully engage with Traditional Owners.
- The importance of agency in the consultation process and how to ensure it guides your approach.
OUR SPEAKER
Troy is a proud Kamilaroi man and the Managing Director of Blaklash, an Aboriginal design consultancy focused on highlighting the importance of Country-Centred Design to deliver culturally responsive and inclusive places. With a dedication to community development, his work sets a benchmark for social innovation by leveraging economic opportunities within the built environment and emphasising the critical role art and design play in creating positive social change.
COST
ACA members $30 incl GST
Non-members $60 incl GST
*One ticket per person.
CPD
1 hour – 1 formal CPD point
Learning outcomes – Completion of this webinar will develop practical knowledge and culturally responsive approaches for effective consultation practice.
Units of Competency and Performance Criteria – Practice Management & Professional Conduct – PC 8 – Be able to implement culturally responsive and meaningful engagement processes that respect the importance of Country and reciprocal relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples across architectural services
PBSA Core Area – Practice Management
CPD questions will be provided with a link to upload your answers and for issue of a CPD certificate of completion. Please keep your receipt, completed questions and certificate for your CPD records.
CONTACT
For any questions, please contact Katherine Ygosse webinars@aca.org.au.
