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Evidence to Action: System Gaps and Priorities Yarn-Up (Kempsey)

18 June , 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Dunghutti Elders Council (Aboriginal Corporation) RNTBC

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Please Note:

We are offering two sessions on the day.

You are welcome to attend one or both sessions — please indicate your preference when registering.

Morning Yarn Up Session

Lunch – 12:00pm

Lunch will be provided for all attendees.

AbSec Roadshow & CODA Workshop

12:30pm – 3:30pm

Morning Yarn-Up Session – Have your voice heard on system gaps 

AbSec is developing two major community-led reports guided by lived experiences across Housing, Justice, Disability, Health and Early Childhood.

We are visiting communities across NSW to listen and ensure ACCO voices are central to understanding what is working, what is not, and what needs to change.

What you share will inform:

  • The State of Sector Report – A clear picture of how systems are currently working
  • Gap Analysis and Prioritisation Report – Identifying the most urgent gaps and reform priorities


Why attend a yarn-up

  • Shared lived experience on the ground insights
  • Help shape evidence that will inform future decisions
  • Connect with other ACCOs and sector leaders


Additional ACCO Pilot Opportunity

Absec is inviting three ACCOs to pilot a new Support Package focused on:

  • Workforce
  • Governance
  • Infrastructure


Yarn-ups across NSW

Dubbo: 6 May 2026 
Wagga Wagga: 12 May 2026 
Albury City: 14 May 2026 
Walgett: 26 May 2026 
Tamworth: 3 June 2026 
Kempsey: 18 June 2026
Redfern: 30 June 2026
Campbelltown: 2 July 2026


Roadshow & CODA Workshop

Session commencing at 12:30pm

AbSec is returning to Kempsey to continue the conversation with community.

When we last visited, you told us that being listened to is important — but being heard and seeing action matters just as much. This visit is about coming back to share what we’ve heard, provide updates, and continue working together toward meaningful change.

About the Event

This free community gathering brings together community members, Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs), Local Aboriginal Land Councils and Aboriginal service providers for a day of connection, conversation and shared learning. Your voices and lived experiences guide our work as a peak body, and this is an opportunity to continue shaping that work together.

This session will:

  • Share key themes and insights from our previous Kempsey visit
  • Provide updates on advocacy priorities and sector work shaped by community feedback
  • Strengthen relationships and accountability with local communities
  • Continue conversations about what children, families and communities need now and into the future

 

This session also forms part of the Community Organisations Disaster Adaptation (CODA) Project, which is exploring ways to strengthen disaster preparedness, response and recovery across our communities.

Why Attend

Whether you are part of an organisation or a community member, your voice matters.

By attending, you will:

  • Contribute to shaping advocacy and sector priorities
  • Share your experiences and insights
  • Stay informed on how your feedback is influencing change
  • Connect with community, organisations and services

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Community Engagement Yarn-Up & Roadshow (Kempsey)
AbSec is developing two community‑led reports shaped by lived experience across Housing, Justice, Disability, Health and Early Childhood. We’re visiting communities across NSW to listen and ensure ACCO voices are central to system change. What you share will inform: The State of Sector Report Gap Analysis and Prioritisation Report
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Frequently asked questions

Who should attend a yarn‑up?
Yarn‑ups are open to ACCOs, community members, service providers, and sector leaders with lived experience or on‑the‑ground insights across Housing, Justice, Disability, Health, and Early Childhood.

Will my comments be confidential?
Yes. All information shared will be handled respectfully and confidentially. Individual comments will not be attributed to people or organisations without consent.

How do I express interest in the ACCO pilot opportunity?
Attendance at a yarn‑up is the first step. Further information about the pilot and next steps will be shared with interested ACCOs following the sessions.

Will food be provided?
Yes. Lunch will be provided for all attendees

What is the policy on photos and videos during the event?
AbSec may use the images and videos captured during the event for various proposes, including but not limited to advertising, social media, websites and other promotional materials. This material may be made available to the public and there will be no compensation, financial or otherwise, for the use of these images and video.