Funders

Drive Impact Through Ethical Partnerships and Data Sovereignty

Funders play a crucial role in agency building for First Nations communities. By adopting a Culturally informed and Community-driven approach to funding, you can help drive meaningful change and support self-determination. 

Why UMEL is Important for Funders

  • Don't just fund outputs; invest in outcomes. Move beyond traditional reporting metrics and support initiatives that prioritize long-term, sustainable impact.  

  • Embrace Indigenous Data Sovereignty. Ensure First Nations communities have control over their data and how it is used. Support the use of platforms like Wathaga, which embed Indigenous Data Governance principles.  

  • Build genuine partnerships. Work collaboratively with First Nations communities, valuing their knowledge systems and leadership.  

  • Be accountable to Community. Ensure that your funding practices align with community values and aspirations.  

  • Support capacity building. Invest in training and resources that empower First Nations communities to lead their own UMEL journeys.  

  • Recognise data as an economic asset. Help First Nations communities leverage their data to create economic opportunities.

Partner with Kowa

Kowa can support funders in embedding these principles into their practice. We offer a range of services, including training, consulting, and digital tools, that can help you drive meaningful change and demonstrate genuine impact.

  • Kowa Consulting: Our expert team can provide guidance on Culturally appropriate UMEL frameworks and ethical partnership building.  

  • Ngarray-bah: We offer learning programs that build capacity in Indigenous Data Sovereignty and UMEL, empowering funders to make informed decisions.  

  • Wathaga: Our digital platform supports partners in upholding Indigenous Data Sovereignty and promotes transparency and accountability in funding initiatives. 

Donate to Ngimiliko Kunta

Ngimiliko Kunta is a charity focused on First Nations place-making and system-making.  

Consider donating to support the following:

  • Place-making: Creating and nurturing spaces where First Nations peoples unite, celebrate their heritage, and strengthen connections to Country and Culture.  

  • System-making: Challenging and transforming the systems that have historically marginalised First Nations peoples.  

  • First Nations leadership: Ensuring First Nations voices are central in decision-making processes at every level.  

Your contribution will help create a more just and equitable future for all First Nations people. Donate today and invest in First Nations futures.