Family Group Conference & Yarning

“Bringing Families Together to Create Stronger Futures”

B&C Consultancy provides accredited Aboriginal Family Group Conference (FGC) facilitation and Yarning Circle services that empower families to take an active role in decision-making and planning for their children and young people.

Our facilitators are accredited through Spirit Dreaming and recognised by ACWA, CCWT and the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ), ensuring a high standard of culturally informed and family-centred practice.

We believe families and communities hold valuable knowledge, strengths and solutions. Through culturally safe facilitation and meaningful engagement, we create opportunities for families, carers and support networks to come together, have their voices heard and contribute to decisions that affect the lives of children and young people.

Our Approach

At B&C Consultancy, we believe families are best placed to identify strengths, explore solutions and create pathways forward when provided with the appropriate support and opportunity to participate in decision-making.

Our approach is grounded in Aboriginal ways of knowing, being and doing. Through respectful engagement, cultural safety and collaborative planning, we create spaces where families can openly share their perspectives, strengthen relationships and work together toward positive outcomes.

We recognise the importance of culture, kinship, family and community connections in supporting the wellbeing of Aboriginal children and young people. Our role is to facilitate meaningful conversations that place these connections at the centre of planning and decision-making.

Our approach is built on:

Family-Led Decision Making
Cultural Safety and Respect
Strengths-Based Practice
Collaboration and Inclusion
Self-Determination
Community Connection
Child and Family Participation

We are committed to creating safe and inclusive environments where children, families and communities feel heard, respected and empowered.

What We Offer

Family Group Conferencing

Yarning Circles

Family-Led Decision Making

Stakeholder Engagement

Key Features of Our Service

Culturally Safe Assessments

Assessments are conducted by experienced Aboriginal practitioners who understand the importance of culture, community, family, and identity in the lives of Aboriginal children and young people.

Professional Cultural Consultation

We provide cultural advice and consultation that supports agencies to make informed decisions and strengthen culturally responsive practice.

Tailored Training Programs

Our customised training programs help build cultural capability and confidence for carers, practitioners, and organisations working with Aboriginal children and families.

Cultural Supervision and Mentoring

We offer cultural supervision, coaching, and mentoring to support professional development, reflective practice, and culturally safe service delivery.

Outcomes and Benefits

Strengthen Family Engagement and Participation.
Promote Family-Led Decision Making.
Improve Communication and Relationships.
Support Restoration and Permanency Planning.
Strengthen Cultural Connections and Identity.
Increase Collaboration Between Families and Services.
Build Trust and Shared Understanding.
Create Practical and Sustainable Family-Led Solutions.
Improve Outcomes for Children, Young People and Families.

Referral Pathways

Referrals can be received from:

Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ).
Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.
Out of Home Care Providers.
Community Service Organisations.
Families and Carers.
Individuals Seeking Support.

Partnering for Better Outcomes

B&C Consultancy partners with Organisations, Children, Families and Communities to deliver Culturally Safe Consultation, Assessments, Training and Tailored Support that makes a difference.

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