Importance Of Indigenous Australian Family

As Indigenous Australians tend to have an extended family which go beyond blood and marriage, known as kin-ship. Kin-ship is where a person fits into a community. Family is very important to Indigenous Australians and it can have an impact on their working environment. Due to their commitment to family there maybe times that unexplained absences occur. It is important you address the issues that arise straight away to avoid any conflicts. If this happens it is essential that you speak to the staff member in a private in a manner that shows respect to their culture. Using indirect eye contact, using words that they understand and giving them time to respond. When talking make sure that they understand how they can be supported and the commitment