The FISH Myalup Karla Waangkiny Healing & Justice Initiative is by Aboriginal people for Aboriginal people. If we want to truly bring change and break the cycle of intergenerational engagement in the justice system for Aboriginal people then Aboriginal people have to be listened to as we have the answers for our people. It is great to be working with the Paul Ramsay Foundation on this project that is a national prototype of how to do co-design properly with us and how to bring structural reform to our justice system for Aboriginal people.
Foundation for Indigenous Sustainable Health
The Foundation for Indigenous Sustainable Health (FISH) was established in 2010 to address housing crises in Indigenous Australian communities. FISH focuses on healing spiritual, cultural, familial, and social connections, and the connection to land (Country) to create healthy individuals, families, communities, and land. FISH's national programs tackle intergenerational trauma, poverty, and justice system engagement by addressing socioeconomic determinants through providing opportunities for education, housing, employment, creative and cultural engagement. The ultimate vision is to empower First Nations people to be confident, connected, healthy, with equal opportunities, and valued as positive contributors who lead in caring for each other and for Country.