My practice is relational and place-based, grounded in local expertise and ways of working. Through my research and practice, I help people and communities build their own capacity for change, while respecting local cultures, economies, and environments.
My Practice
Place-based approaches to social change
Governance and decision-making
Community wellbeing and wealth building
Intercultural and intergenerational community approaches
My areas of focus are
Participatory and adaptive approaches
Experiential and immersive learning
Narrative and story-based methods
Action-learning and reflective practice
My work draws on
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My guiding principles
Relational and context-based: Building connections across different sectors and cultures, grounded in local histories, knowledge, and protocols.
Long-term and life-centred: Focusing on lasting, intergenerational changes that consider the wellbeing of individuals, communities, and ecosystems and their interdependencies.
Participatory and strengths-based: Creating inclusive spaces for co-inquiry and co-creation, building upon existing community strengths and capacities.
Reflexive and adaptive: Incorporating regular reflection and learning, evolving approaches based on new insights and feedback.
Consent-based and transparent: Promoting inclusive decision-making based on informed consent and open communication.
Generative and celebratory: Co-developing practical tools and resources, while acknowledging and celebrating diverse contributions and achievements.
I work by invitation with select partners, investing time to build trust, alignment and momentum for long-term impact.
To learn more about my working style and the type of partnerships I value, check-out my Manual of Me
“Kate’s dedication and commitment to her work is the slow burning fire that every team needs. Level head and practical, but with a good dose of creativity, Kate has shown an incredible ability to move around problems. She also invests herself thoroughly into her work, making sure that those around her can see not just the end goal, but the road in front of their feet too.”
— Chris Lean (he/him), Project Facilitator, World Vision Australia First Nation’s Program