Cultural
Safety
Creating BRAVE Organisations that Embrace First Peoples
What We Do – Cultural Safety
Buneen works with organisations to embed cultural safety into their systems. Our approach follows three clear phases, moving from discovery to long-term sustainable change. The phases and indicative investment are outlined below.
At Buneen, we create BRAVE spaces where people feel safe to speak openly, be themselves, and contribute with confidence
Our Three-Phase Approach to Cultural Safety
Creating cultural safety is not a one-off project. It is a journey that requires evidence, action, and long-term accountability. At Buneen , we guide organisations through a clear three-phase process that moves from discovery into sustainable change.
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The foundation of cultural safety is understanding. We begin by investigating current practices, identifying knowledge gaps, and listening to staff, leaders, and communities.
Activities may include:
Site visits and cultural safety audits.
Leadership and executive interviews.
HR and recruitment pathway reviews.
Engagement with Traditional Owners and Aboriginal organisations.
Staff surveys and feedback tools.
Outcome
A Cultural Safety Enquiry Report with evidence, insights, and a 12–24 month stepped action plan.
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With the evidence base in place, we co-design and implement strategies that create systemic change. This is where organisations move beyond awareness into measurable practice.
Activities may include:
Rolling out cultural safety frameworks and policies.
Delivering SAFE Leadership training for managers.
Establishing formal engagement pathways with Traditional Owners and Aboriginal organisations.
Designing tailored recruitment and retention strategies for First Peoples staff.
Embedding measurement and reporting tools.
Outcome:
Cultural safety becomes part of everyday practice, aligned to organisational strategy and compliance obligations.
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Cultural safety must be ongoing, not a one-off project. We work with organisations to maintain momentum and ensure long-term accountability.
Activities may include:
Regular cultural safety reviews and refreshers.
Continued engagement with Aboriginal communities.
Monitoring and evaluation of employment and retention outcomes.
Annual reporting to boards and leadership teams.
Outcome: A sustainable cultural safety system that evolves with the organisation and continues to hold people accountable.
Indicative Investment – Cultural Safety
Our pricing reflects the scope of work, the size of the organisation, and the number of sites or staff involved. Below is a guide to help organisations understand the likely investment required.
Enquiry Phase – Baseline and Evidence (6–10 weeks)
Activities: site visits, leadership interviews, HR and policy review, staff surveys, Traditional Owner engagement, analysis and reporting.
Estimated Investment: $25,000 – $40,000
Deliverables:
Cultural Safety Enquiry Report with findings and recommendations.
A 12–24 month stepped action plan.
Baseline data and measurement tools.
Action Phase – Embedding Cultural Safety (3–12 months)
Activities: framework design, leadership training, recruitment pathway design, engagement structures, implementation of monitoring systems.
Estimated Investment: $40,000 – $100,000+ (depending on scope and number of sites).
Deliverables:
Cultural Safety Framework and supporting policies.
SAFE Leadership Training for managers and staff.
Engagement and governance structures with Aboriginal communities.
Practical reporting and accountability tools.
Maintenance Phase – Sustaining Change (ongoing)
Activities: annual reviews, refreshed training, ongoing engagement, monitoring and evaluation, board reporting.
Estimated Investment: $15,000 – $30,000 annually.
Deliverables:
Annual Cultural Safety Review and updated action plan.
Ongoing community engagement forums.
Refreshed training for new managers/staff.
Annual reporting to leadership/board.
Notes on Pricing
All fees are indicative and tailored once scope is confirmed.
Travel and accommodation (where required) are charged separately at cost.
Discounts or low-bono rates may be applied for not-for-profits and community organisations.
Want to understand cultural safety more deeply? Download our free explainers below. They show why awareness alone is not enough, what cultural safety really is, and how truth-telling builds trust. Start here to see how your organisation can benefit
