I acknowledge the Gunai Kurnai people as being the traditional custodians of the land, water and skies that I have the privilege to work, live and thrive on, as well as acknowledging them as the original storytellers and cultural teachers of this land. I pay my respects to elders past, present and emerging. I believe this land always was, always will be, Aboriginal Land.
Throughout my coaching with Annie Gichuru (Diversity, Equity + Inclusion Coach and Consultant) I came to understand just how important it is for me to put into words my commitment to all of those within our community who are marginalised* and continue to face disadvantage even in our society today, through this Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement (DEI Statement). This is a working document as I continue to learn from those voices who are often not highlighted, and as I commit to unpack and unlearn my own privilege and bias.
Throughout my work as both a marriage celebrant and a coach I commit to creating two side by side businesses that hold space for all. I deeply believe that everyone, regardless of their race, religion, cultural background, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or ability deserves to be met with respect, to be celebrated and welcomed.
I acknowledge how deeply entrenched the wedding industry is with ‘whiteness’, ‘thinness’ and wealth, and I will always do my best to challenge that thinking. Love in any form should be celebrated, no matter who the love is between, how it looks and how it is celebrated. Love is love, always.
My commitment is to listen, learn and grow so I can continue to learn better so I can do better.
*Marginalised communities include people who are Black, Brown, A person of Colour, Indigenous, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, those that are differently abled, those that are neuro divergent, or those that are elders within the community.
