Murawin

Murawin

Business Consulting and Services

Create Impact

About us

Murawin is a national consultancy committed to social justice & empowerment of First Nations communities & other marginalised groups. Our organisation works across a wide range of policy areas that directly affect Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples & communities. Implementing our Barri Marruma methodology, we specialise in three core service areas: Social Impact & Engagement, Research & Evaluation, & Place Strategy. Founded by Dunghutti woman Carol Vale & the late Greg McKenzie, Murawin, at its core is rooted in intercultural collaboration, mutual respect, & reconciliation - with the mission to create impact by breaking cycles of disadvantage & amplifying initiatives that contribute to economic & social empowerment. Murawin works with clients across all sectors including corporate, government, private, non-profit & more, to provide meaningful engagement & consultation built on the foundation & practice of deep & active listening. We are committed to helping our clients navigate the complexities of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Cultures whilst working genuinely, respectfully, & effectively with Indigenous communities. Respect, presence & a genuine commitment to learning is vital to all Murawin’s work. This ethos is central to reconciliation & helps us to understand what clients & communities want & need for each project, so that we can deliver value adding outcomes that push the status quo & move forward to a better future together.

Industry
Business Consulting and Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Brisbane
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2014
Specialties
Evaluation, Social Research, Placemaking, Indigenous Advisory, Reconciliation, Social Change, Social Policy, Facilitation, Reconciliation, Indigenous Design, and Community Engagement

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Employees at Murawin

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  • Bringing a mixed background in writing, procurement and design, Elle is a consultant in Murawin's Place Strategy team and is dedicated to contributing to places that are location sourced, culture led, and community fed. She believes that if we start with people, we can reshape the way we approach our built world: improving outcomes for marginalised groups, and in turn, fostering a better future for all.     ☀️ What drew you to work at Murawin? I was drawn to Murawin’s ethos. I wanted to learn. I wanted to make a difference.   ☀️ What do you do for fun? My idea of fun is cosying up by the fire with a good book of poetry... It's raining outside and I have nothing else to do but sink into my book. I like folk music and will travel a long way for a good gig. I try and get out into the bush once a week: it grounds me.... I also love to sing (mostly too loud and out of tune, in the car with the windows down).

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  • We sat down with the facilitators of Guwiyal Carol Vale and Michelle Howard to hear in their own words why they’re running this special intercultural on Country retreat on beautiful Anaiwan/Gumbayngirr Country.   Carol “We wanted to have conversations on Country, in circle with women in a similar time within their careers and just come together and explore those gifts and how can we best service society and each other moving forward into this next part of our lives.”   Michelle “It’s exciting because it's going to be a group of really interesting, purposeful women and those connections will be lovely to build.”     Read the full interview: https://lnkd.in/gCrwTxWM   Learn more and buy tickets: https://lnkd.in/gE7zHv2u

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  • Murawin is proud to have worked on The Wakka Wakka Healing Country and Building Totemic Practices Framework alongside CSIRO, the Bunya Cultural Hub and Wakka Wakka Elders, Knowledge Holders and Community members. The Framework provides a model that fosters collaboration and opens the door to meaningful rehabilitation and healing of Country post mining activities. Read the full case study on our website: https://lnkd.in/gq6kYdRR 📸: Members of Project Advisory Group, taken by Murawin

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  • Always working to ensure others can shine, Birrillee brings a wealth of organisational and administrative experience alongside kindness and patience to Murawin. As a proud descendant of the Gumbaynggirr and Dunghutti nations. Birrillee applies her cultural knowledge with her lived and learned experiences to support the Murawin team create impact that empowers Indigenous Australians and other marginalized groups.   ☀️ What drew you to work at Murawin? I have been involved in Murawin since its inception 10 years ago. I would often assist Aunty Carol and Uncle Greg with whatever tasks were handed my way at the time. However, in early 2020 during the start of the covid pandemic I was asked if I would come on board as a part-time employee to which I happily agreed. Over the years I have had the privilege of witnessing the evolution of Murawin from its inception until this very day. I can honestly say that it truly is a hand on heart moment seeing the hopes, dreams and visions of my dear Aunty Carol and Uncle Greg coming to fruition. ☀️ What is something you are most proud of? Education has always been a fundamental aspect of my life. This was instilled within me by my grandfather at a very early age as I remember him sitting at the table helping me with my homework. When you consider that my grandfather was only offered an education up to the age of 13, the mere fact that he was able to aid me with my schoolwork is a tremendous feat. Therefore, one of my greatest achievements in life is being the first family member from my immediate family to graduate high school. Since then, my family has welcomed a further eight high school and four university graduates! We are slowly but surely breaking cycles of disadvantaged within our family through education.   ☀️ What do you do for fun? I am an avid Sydney Roosters supporter, so during the football season you’ll often find me glued to the television. Anything sport related really. I also like to indulge in cooking which is a trait I picked up from my grandmother. I also I love being around and spending time with family.

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  • Guwiyal – an intercultural on Country experience for women moving into the next chapter of life.   Connect on Country with other women who are embracing transformation in their lives. Reflect & find the courage & space to reconnect with yourself. Reignite your own sense of purpose, passion & creativity by letting Country inspire & heal you.   Learn more and buy tickets: https://lnkd.in/gE7zHv2u

  • From everyone at Murawin, we wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. We will be closed from December 25th to January 2nd and are looking forward to the break, the time spent with family and friends and the chance to recharge after a busy year.   We look forward to connecting and working together in 2025! Marangbu (thank you)  

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