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… First Nations communities have always used smart and sustainable ways to fish. Today, fishing and aquaculture are big industries in Australia, and it’s important that First Nations communities continue to be involved. … Some fishing and aquaculture opportunities mix traditional knowledge with modern methods and can lead to jobs, keep culture strong, and help create businesses that care for the environment.  Getting special … First Nations communities have always used smart and sustainable ways to fish. Today, fishing and aquaculture are big industries in Australia, and it’s important that …
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… First Nations communities have always used smart and sustainable ways to fish. Today, fishing and aquaculture are big industries in Australia, and it’s important that First Nations communities continue to be involved. … Fisheries and aquaculture are important for food, culture, and jobs. Together, they support local communities and add about $3.5 billion to Australia’s economy every year. … First Nations communities have always used smart and sustainable ways to fish. Today, fishing and aquaculture are big industries in Australia, and it’s important that …
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… Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders have been caring for Country and protecting Australia’s biodiversity for more than 60,000 years and are uniquely positioned to lead nature repair and environmental market projects. … Environmental markets work by having agreed rules and programs that measure how much specific project activities protect or restore the natural environment.  Projects are usually 25 or 100 years. At the conclusion of a project the work to repair or restore the environment is recognised and acknowledged in the form of credits or certificates.  Environmental markets take on many forms, each focused on a …
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… Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders have been caring for Country and protecting Australia’s biodiversity for more than 60,000 years and are uniquely positioned to lead nature repair and environmental market projects. … to find out more about environmental markets.  Connect with these First Nations led organisations to find out more and see what other people are doing.  Indigenous Country and Biodiversity Alliance (ICBA) ICBA is a national group that helps Indigenous communities lead the way in caring for …
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… Inland water refers to all the rivers, lakes, wetlands and hidden underground water across Australia. These waters shape the land, support life, and connect everything—from plants and animals to people and places. … Use these resources to find out more about inland water markets.  Connect with these First Nations led groups to find out more and see what other people are doing.  Murray Lower Darling Rivers Indigenous Nations (MLDRIN) MLDRIN is a group of First … Inland water refers to all the rivers, lakes, wetlands and hidden underground water across Australia. These waters shape the …
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… First Nations communities have always used smart and sustainable ways to fish. Today, fishing and aquaculture are big industries in Australia, and it’s important that First Nations communities continue to be involved. … Use these resources to find out more about fisheries and aquaculture.  Connect with these First Nations led organisations to find out more and see what other people are doing.  Aboriginal Sea Company (ASC) ASC is building First Nations-owned businesses in the … First Nations communities have always used smart and sustainable ways to fish. Today, fishing and aquaculture are big industries in Australia, and it’s important that …
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… Explore grant and funding opportunities that support your project on Country. Find out what’s available, how to apply, and who to contact for help getting started. … a community project, launching a new business, or developing an idea with partners, there are several grant programs and funding opportunities available across Australia.  Here are some of the government sites where you can find out more: Grant Connect The Australian Government's grants information system provides a list of current and future Australian Government grants. www.grants.gov.au Business Grants If you’re doing business in Australia, this …
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… Engagement and consent … consider a rights-based approach to engagement, such as the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) and ensuring there is Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC). … to a new opportunity on Country it is important to be aware of the project details, how it will impact your Community, and who holds the right to make decisions.  At the start of a project, you should always find out who has the power to make decisions. This helps you understand how much influence you can have, especially if Traditional Owners don’t have the ‘legal right’ to say no. If you are …
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… Protecting and respecting cultural knowledge, including how this is shared and used, is essential … Cultural knowledge is valuable and should be protected. Before sharing your cultural knowledge, it is important to agree what can be shared, who it can be shared with, what it will be used for, and how it will be protected.  Take your time, ask questions, and don’t feel pressured. Getting advice from a lawyer is recommended.  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural … What is Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP)? Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property, or ICIP, refers to the cultural heritage …
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… Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders have been caring for Country and protecting Australia’s biodiversity for more than 60,000 years and are uniquely positioned to lead nature repair and environmental market projects. … communities often deliver more than just environmental benefits. They provide added benefits like protecting culture and supporting community wellbeing.  Because of this, these projects can earn higher prices for their credits or certificates because buyers value the added social and cultural impact. Environmental market projects can help protect the environment for future generations, as well …
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Acknowledgement of Country

In all of the ILSC’s activities we pay our respect to the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands, waters and skies on which we live and work. We honour the resilience and continuing connection to Country, culture, and community of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across Australia. We recognise the decisions we make today will impact the lives of generations to come.