We are an Indigenous-led team dedicated to fostering genuine partnerships and delivering sustainable outcomes. Our services are built on a foundation of respect for Indigenous values, traditional knowledge, and community empowerment. 

We go beyond conventional consultation, actively working to integrate Indigenous values, build vital networks, and safeguard traditional knowledge. Our approach fosters genuine partnerships and mutual benefit, ensuring respectful and impactful engagement with Indigenous communities.

We provide holistic and ongoing support that extends far beyond initial workshops. We guide businesses through practical implementation and offer post-mentoring support, ensuring long-term success and sustainable growth for Indigenous enterprises.

Our expertise ensures genuine, respectful community involvement and the implementation of robust cultural safety measures. These are paramount for successful and ethical interactions within Indigenous contexts, promoting understanding and positive relationships.

• Traditional Owner Engagement: Facilitating meaningful and respectful engagement with Traditional Owners.
• Welcome to Country Arrangements: Coordinating culturally appropriate Welcome to Country ceremonies.
• Indigenous Speakers Arrangements: Connecting you with authentic Indigenous voices for your events.
• Cultural Values Integration: Supporting the incorporation of Indigenous cultural values into your projects and operations.
• Indigenous Business Networks: Building and strengthening connections within the Indigenous business ecosystem.
• Traditional Knowledge Protection: Developing strategies to safeguard and respect Traditional Knowledge.
• Management Briefings: Providing essential insights and guidance for effective engagement with Indigenous communities.
• Indigenous Feedback Mechanisms: Establishing culturally appropriate channels for feedback and ongoing dialogue.

Ready to partner with an Indigenous-led team for meaningful and lasting impact? Contact us today to learn more.

These services focus on individual and community empowerment, delivered with cultural sensitivity.

• 1. Indigenous Business Mentoring & Workshops:
  
  • Tailored guidance for Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses.
  • Business plan development, financial literacy, marketing strategies.
  • Ongoing support for practical implementation and long-term success.
  • Costing:
    
    • Individual Mentoring (Hourly): $180 - $250 per hour
    • Group Workshops (Full Day): $1,500 - $3,000 per workshop (for up to 15 participants, covers facilitator, materials, and cultural insights)
    • Customised Programs: Price on application (POA) – dependent on program length and complexity.

These services focus on fostering genuine partnerships, cultural understanding, and respectful engagement with First Nations communities.

1. Indigenous Community Consultancy & Engagement:

• Facilitating respectful and meaningful engagement with First Nations communities, Traditional Owners, and stakeholders.
• Development of culturally appropriate communication and consultation protocols.
• Building vital networks and safeguarding traditional knowledge.
• Costing:
  
  • Daily Rate (Lead Consultant): $1,000 - $1,800 per day
  • Project-Based Fees: POA (dependent on scope, duration, and number of community engagements)

2. Cultural Programs & Event Management/Facilitation:

• End-to-end management of cultural events, workshops, and programs.
• Ensuring seamless delivery, transparent accountability, and culturally sensitive integration from planning to reporting.
• Costing:
  
  • Event Facilitation (Daily): $900 - $1,600 per day
  • Full Event Management: POA (project-based, typically 15-25% of total event budget, or a fixed fee agreed upon)

3. Traditional Owner Engagement & Cultural Values Integration:

• Expertise in working with Traditional Owners and integrating Indigenous cultural values into projects and organisational practices.
• Advisory on cultural heritage and navigating Indigenous protocols.
• Costing:
  
  • Daily Rate: $1,200 - $2,000 per day (reflecting specialised cultural knowledge and experience)
  • Fixed Project Fee: POA

These services assist organisations in developing culturally competent and inclusive practices.

1. Indigenous Business Consultancy & Advisory:

• Strategic advice for organisations seeking to partner with Indigenous businesses or develop their Indigenous engagement strategies.
• Support for Indigenous procurement policies and targets.
• Costing:
  
  • Hourly Rate: $200 - $350 per hour
  • Daily Rate: $1,500 - $2,500 per day

2. Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Support & Development:

• Guidance and support through all stages of RAP development and implementation (Reflect, Innovate, Stretch, Elevate).
• Ensuring RAPs are genuine, impactful, and contribute to reconciliation outcomes.
• Costing:
  
  • RAP Review/Advisory (Initial): $2,000 - $5,000 (fixed fee)
  • RAP Development (full process): $8,000 - $25,000+ (dependent on organisational size and RAP type)
  • Implementation Support (Ongoing): POA (retainer or project-based)

3. Cultural Safety Frameworks & Training:

• Development and implementation of cultural safety frameworks within organisations.
• Delivery of culturally competent training for staff to enhance understanding and practice.
• Costing:
  
  • Framework Development: $5,000 - $15,000 (fixed fee, dependent on complexity)
  • Cultural Competency Training (Half-day workshop): $1,500 - $3,000 (for up to 20 participants)
  • Cultural Competency Training (Full-day workshop): $2,500 - $4,500 (for up to 20 participants)

Specialised recruitment services connecting organisations with skilled First Nations talent.

• 1. First Nations Recruitment & Talent Acquisition:
  
  • Tailored recruitment efforts that understand the unique barriers faced by Indigenous job seekers.
  • Culturally appropriate screening and placement services.
  • Costing:
    
    • Success Fee: 15% - 25% of the placed candidate's first annual salary (standard recruitment industry model)
    • Retained Search: POA (for executive or highly specialised roles)

Providing expertise in managing and facilitating various projects with an embedded cultural lens.

1. General Project Management & Facilitation:

• End-to-end project management ensuring seamless delivery, transparent accountability, and measurable outcomes.
• Integrated approach embedding cultural sensitivity from planning to reporting.
• Costing:
  
  • Daily Rate: $900 - $1,600 per day
  • Fixed Project Fee: POA (based on project size and complexity)

Important Considerations for Costing:

• Scope of Work: The detail and breadth of the services required will directly impact the cost.
• Duration: Longer engagements or ongoing support will be priced accordingly (e.g., daily, weekly, or monthly retainers).
• Number of Consultants: Larger projects may require a team of consultants, increasing the overall cost.
• Travel & Accommodation: If services require travel outside of Nowra, NSW, additional costs for flights, accommodation, and per diems will apply.
• Materials & Resources: Any specific materials, venues, or external resources required for workshops or programs may incur additional costs.
• Indigenous Procurement Policy (IPP): Engaging with Indigenous-owned businesses like Ripementoring Pty Ltd can help organisations meet their IPP targets.
• Cultural Value: The pricing reflects not only professional expertise but also the invaluable cultural knowledge, lived experience, and community relationships that an Indigenous-led consultancy brings.

For a precise and tailored proposal, it is highly recommended to directly contact Ripementoring Pty Ltd to discuss your specific needs and project requirements.