Over two sessions Jade Brook, and TACSI co-CEO, Chris Vanstone will support you to develop creative and practical strategies for allyship in your life, work and organisation.

These workshops weave together Jade's experience as a cultural consultant supporting organisations with reconciliation action planning and TACSI’s cultural journey as a non-Indigenous organisation under the guidance of Ancestor Aunty Vickey Charles. 

The workshop is structured around TACSI’s Many Threads framework - a tool for allyship developed from TACSI's experience supporting not-for-profit organisations, philanthropy and government to be better allies.

The training is particularly relevant for teams and individuals developing and activating later stage Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs).

This course is not cultural respect training, nor awareness-of-privilege training but an extension and compliment to them both.

Your facilitators

Jade Brook

First Nations Associate, Third Camp

Jade Kartanya Brook is the firstborn daughter of the Brook family, her fathers namesake and proudly Kaurna, Nharangga, with cultural ties to Ngarrindjeri and Barkindji Country.

Jade is a passionate storyteller, facilitator, and cultural connector who fosters relationships and cultural integrity in every space she walks. Her art, teachings, and presence reflect a bold and vibrant commitment to healing, truth, and story. In 2024, Jade was awarded with South Australia’s Active Citizenship Award for her leadership and impact and currently holds positions as Founder and Director of Third Camp, Head of Strategy and Aboriginal Engagement for the new Women's and Children's Hospital Build, Tier 1 Consumer and Engagement Strategy Committee member BHFLHN, and sit on the Adelaide Hills Reconciliation Working Group.

Jade loves growing Indigenous foods and fresh vegetables, often spending her time in her garden on Peramangk Watta, where she lives with her son Jacob, cheeky chickens, and their loyal red dog, Alice.

Chris Vanstone

Chief Innovation Officer & co-CEO, TACSI

Chris started his career designing biscuits and razors before transitioning into social innovation over 20 years ago. As TACSI co-CEO and CIO, he’s responsible for keeping TACSI at the cutting edge of social innovation, playing a big role in the development of our practice, major initiatives and strategy. Chris’ goal is to democratise social innovation. He’s always striving to get important concepts into the world in ways that are clear.

“Allyship is the way that we are going to support the healing of our nation. This is not just an Aboriginal thing. And, when we get allyship right with Aboriginal people it filters into our worldview and will filter through all our work.”

Jade Brook, Third Camp

What you'll receive

  • Preparatory Podcast: Listen to TACSI staff reflect on their cultural learning journeys – where they started, where they are now, and what next

  • Live Sessions: A three hour session followed by a one hour follow-up, both co-facilitated by Jade and Chris

  • Connections: Opportunities to connect with others exploring reconciliation and allyship in their life and work

  • Slides: A comprehensive deck summarising the main learning points, frameworks, and visual references to complementing the live sessions.

  • Inspiration: A cardset of example strategies for allyship.

  • Resources: A list of recommended books, articles and videos to support continued development and Lifelong access to resources and guidance on the TACSI Learning Hub including via the smart phone app

Learning Outcomes

  • Develop Your Understanding: Walk away with a better understanding of the work of reconciliation and allyship.

  • Identify Opportunities: Pinpoint practical, tangible short-term and long-term opportunities for your organisation to strengthen its role as an ally.

  • Renew Momentum: Overcome blockages and build you energy for reconciliation and allyship.

Timing and pricing

Three hour session and one hour follow-up

Time & Duration:

Workshop #1 Thursday 26 February 2026, 1pm - 4pm AEDT (3 hours)

Workshop #2 Thursday 12 March 2026, 9.30am - 10.30am AEDT (1 hour)

Technology:
Hosted online via Zoom
Learning materials are web browser accessible

Price: 
To support learners with limited access to professional development funding, we offer two prices for enrolments and a Scholarships program.

For organisation-funded learners:

This price is for learners with access to organisational funding such as professional development budgets.

AUD $600 per participant inclusive taxes (AUD $545 ex GST in Australia)

For self-funded learners:

This price is to support learners without access to funding from an organisation. 

AUD $400 per participant inclusive taxes (AUD $363 ex GST in Australia)

Receipt:
On purchase you will receive a receipt by email that will show GST for customers in Australia.

Group booking and paying by invoice:

To make a group booking or pay by invoice, email [email protected] with your details.

This workshop can also be delivered to your organisation, tailored to your needs, at a time that works for your team. Contact [email protected] to find out more.

Scholarships:

Limited free places are available for First Nations people, people with lived experience, young people (18-24) and low-income earners. Visit Scholarships for details including how to apply.

Course curriculum

  1. Introduction to the Training

  2. Pre-Listening and Reading

  3. The Yarns

  4. Resources

About this course

  • $600.00
  • 3 + 1 hour live workshop
  • Online delivery

What learners said

“I found the conversational approach to this workshop really valuable to learn such a broad range of topics that felt like they all connected to each other so well. The resources supplied are fantastic, the Allyship Pattern Pack has great suggestions for achievable actions.”

Participant, 2024

“Many Threads of Allyship is such an effective way to show the varying aspects of how we can show up as settlers, and in strong support of First Nations people. I strongly resonated with the 'Bridging' and 'Histories and Realities' as this is something we haven't fully scratched the surface of within our organisation.””

Project coordinator at DisasterWISE

“This is a great course to reflect, learn together and challenge yourself (and your organisation) to be a better ally. Thank you.”

Director at Director at Bloc Solutions - People Working Together

“Loved the honest, practical guidance, and hearing the stories of allyship in action. I'm walking away with so many invitations to grow in my professional and personal allyship. Thanks!”

Participant, 2024

“What I liked most about the session was the opportunity to connect with others who are exploring allyship in their lives and work.”

Leanne, Social Innovator at TACSI

FAQs

  • Are there any scholarships or subsidies?

    Yes, we offer limited free places for First Nations people, people with lived experience, young people (18-24) and low-income earners. Visit Scholarships for details including how to apply.

  • Will I get a certificate?

    Yes, you will be presented with a certificate on completing the course.

  • Can I register a group?

    Absolutely. Creating the conditions for innovation and change is a collective endeavour. Enrolling as an organisation (or group of organisations) will help you build a shared understanding and shared language, while giving you the opportunity to work through challenges specific to your context. Visit our Team Training for tailored learning options or contact our Learning Coordinator, at [email protected] about group booking options.

  • Can I pay by invoice?

    Yes, you can email us at [email protected] to request an invoice.

  • Can I get a tax invoice?

    When you purchase via our secure online platform a tax invoice will be sent to your email address.

  • How long will I have access?

    You will have lifelong access to the course materials.

  • What if I realise I can’t attend the course after purchasing it?

    Courses are non-refundable. If you are not able to make a course, and let us know more than 14 days before the start date, we will issue you a credit note (valid for 12 months) for use in a later course. At any point before the start date you can transfer your place to a colleague at no additional cost. Contact our Learning Coordinator, via email at [email protected] if you have any questions.

  • Who can I talk to about any other questions?

    You can email our Learning Coordinator at [email protected]

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