Leadership Coaching
Our coaching builds leaders who are SAFE in themselves and BRAVE in their decisions
What We Do – Leadership Coaching
Leadership coaching at Buneen is about building capability, confidence and cultural integrity. We work with both First Nations leaders and non-Indigenous managers who lead Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people or work within First Nations organisations.
Our coaching blends executive leadership tools with Aboriginal philosophies of connection, responsibility and community. We focus on developing self-awareness, strong relationships and accountability in action.
Each coaching relationship is tailored. Whether we are supporting an emerging First Nations leader stepping into management, or a senior executive seeking to lead with respect and understanding, our goal is the same: to build leaders who are grounded, capable and courageous.
Cultural leadership is different. It requires strength, reflection and courage.
Our Approach
Our coaching is guided by the SAFE + BRAVE framework, developed through years of truth-telling, governance and cultural leadership work across Australia.
SAFE builds the foundation for growth
Self: clarity of values, purpose and identity
Action: turning commitments into consistent practice
Family: understanding connection, relationships and influence
Environments: creating culturally safe spaces for others to thrive
BRAVE develops leadership in action
Belonging: leading teams that feel included and connected
Respect: combining humility with cultural authority
Accountability: taking ownership of decisions and outcomes
Voice: communicating honestly and with confidence
Empowerment: creating the conditions for others to succeed
Our sessions combine practical leadership tools with reflective practice. Each conversation is grounded in real experiences and organisational realities, helping leaders align culture, responsibility and performance.
Coaching Options
Individual Coaching
One-on-one sessions focused on leadership development, personal clarity and accountability.
Team Coaching
Small-group sessions for executive or management teams wanting to strengthen collaboration, trust and cultural safety.
Blended Coaching
Combines workshops with ongoing coaching to support sustainable leadership development and culture change.
Format and Investment
90-minute sessions, delivered online or in person
Packages available in 6, 8 or 12-session programs
Investment starts from $3,500 per participant (excl. GST)
Who It’s For
First Nations managers and emerging leaders looking to strengthen leadership capability
Executives and senior managers working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff or within First Nations organisations
Government, corporate and community leaders committed to building culturally strong and accountable teams
Outcomes
Our coaching helps leaders to:
Build confidence and clarity in decision-making
Strengthen communication and conflict management skills
Balance cultural and organisational responsibilities
Develop sustainable leadership habits grounded in values
Foster trust, accountability and shared purpose across teams
Why Our Coaching Works
Our coaching is informed by lived experience, cultural authority and years of systems work. We understand the challenges of leadership in both cultural and corporate contexts.
Effective leadership is not about titles. It’s about clarity, consistency and the ability to bring others with you.
At Buneen, we help leaders grow into their strength. We build leaders who are culturally grounded, strategically capable and ready to lead with courage.
