“Consultation ensures that our community’s voices are always heard,” Smith explains. “Collaboration brings our people together through mutual respect and shared purpose. And communication ensures we do everything with integrity, transparency, and cultural safety.” That deep respect for tradition and kinship also extends to Awabakal’s approach to governance. Smith describes a model of cultural governance services that are not just for the community, but owned and led by it.” GUIDED BY CULTURE: THE TRIPLE C COMMITMENT Cultural connection remains Awabakal’s cornerstone. The organization is guided by three interlocking principles — Consultation, Collaboration, and Communication — known internally as the Triple C Commitment. 94 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 07, ISSUE 10
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