Bridging Culture and Commerce

We help organisations and government agencies bridge the gap between their project goals and their Aboriginal Participation Plan (APP) targets. As a 100% Aboriginal Female-owned and Supply Nation registered incubator based in Nowra, we offer a unique 'double-win' for your procurement strategy.

Success is more than just a bottom line—it’s about the legacy we leave for the next generation. We understand the complexities of balancing community obligations with commercial goals, and we’re here to walk alongside you on to bridge that gap between working with Indigenous business. 

Strategic partnerships to meet legislative requirements and community expectations.

• Aboriginal Participation Plan (APP) Strategy: Assisting agencies and tier-1 contractors in meeting and exceeding mandated Indigenous spend and employment targets.
• Policy Co-Design: Facilitating workshops between government departments and First Nations stakeholders to ensure policies are culturally fit-for-purpose.
• Infrastructure & Land Engagement: Expert navigation of Native Title, Heritage Acts, and On-Country protocols for regional development projects.
• Social Procurement Vetting: Independent auditing of supply chains to ensure authentic Indigenous business engagement and prevent "black-cladding."

Building local capacity and securing the future of community-led initiatives.

• Grant Writing & Sustainable Funding: End-to-end support for NIAA, State Government, and philanthropic funding applications.
• Governance & Leadership Training: Empowering local boards and committees with the tools to manage growth while maintaining cultural integrity.
• Community Advocacy & Facilitation: Providing a professional voice for community aspirations in high-level negotiations with industry and government.
• Succession Planning: Developing mentorship frameworks to ensure the next generation of local leaders are ready to take the reins.

Bridging academic research with lived experience and cultural protocol.

• Indigenous Research Ethics Consulting: Guiding researchers through the protocols of engaging with Indigenous participants and Traditional Knowledge holders.
• Student Entrepreneurship Pathways: Partnering with universities to provide Indigenous students with real-world business mentorship and co-working space via The RIPE HUB.
• Cultural Safety Audits: Reviewing campus environments and curriculum delivery to ensure they are inclusive and respectful of First Nations perspectives.
• Indigenous Procurement for Institutions: Assisting universities in diversifying their sprawling supply chains by connecting them with verified Indigenous vendors.

Transforming "Social Responsibility" into "Strategic Action."

• RAP (Reconciliation Action Plan) Development: Moving beyond symbols to create measurable actions in employment, procurement, and respect.
• Corporate Cultural Immersion: Facilitating meaningful On-Country experiences and training that go deeper than standard online modules.
• Joint Venture (JV) Mediation: Ensuring that partnerships between corporate entities and Indigenous businesses are equitable, transparent, and mutually beneficial.

As a 100% Aboriginal Female-owned, Supply Nation Registered business, engaging Ripementoring Pty Ltd for any of these services allows these institutions to count 100% of the contract value toward their Indigenous procurement targets.

Contact us Phone: (02) 4447 2185

Mobile: 0435 064 727 

E-mail: admin@ripementoring.com.au