Inclusive, respectful, and responsive engagement and consultation with Indigenous groups―Ausenco unites people with information and practical solutions that strengthen projects and communities.
With an ever-increasing focus on engagement, consultation, negotiations, and discussions between clients, communities and regulators, Indigenous engagement remains a critical component of project planning and execution. The ability to develop positive relationships with communities while effectively addressing potential conflicts of interest, is instrumental to the overall success of land and resource development projects.
With decades of relevant experience, our team recognises the key role of Indigenous groups in the decision-making process as well as the complex and evolving legal and policy context underpinning Indigenous consultation requirements. We respect the cultural heritage present within Traditional Territories, and acknowledge and respect the constitutional rights and title of Indigenous groups. Our experience working with our clients and Indigenous communities spans a variety of project settings and regulatory contexts.
Our team has established positive, long-term working relationships with Indigenous communities that benefit both clients and communities alike. We offer a broad range of programs and services tailored to support Indigenous communities, government agencies, and private sector clients. These include:
- Developing and implementing corporate Indigenous programs
- Designing relationship-based consultation and engagement strategies to address the unique needs, interests, and requirements of our clients and the communities they serve
- Advising, developing, and implementing project-based consultation and engagement plans
- Facilitating engagement, consultation, negotiations and dispute resolution processes
- Implementing project agreements with public and Indigenous communities and supporting client-based change management initiatives
- Identifying community-related concerns and risks, and devising strategic mitigation strategies
- Performing community-based capacity and skills assessments, including training, employment, and procurement support
- Managing and coordinating events and logistics, facilitating engagement, and consultation meetings or events
- Managing and tracking consultation data and implementing reporting requirements