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ENHANCE YOUR WORKPLACE CULTURAL COMPETENCY

Talanoa Education optimises your skills and understanding in working with
Pacific individuals and groups in the workplace. We specialise in online and
blended learning courses.

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 * PACIFIC CULTURAL COMPETENCY & WORKPLACE TRAINING BUNDLE
   
   2 Courses
   
   This foundation or evergreen course bundle helps you develop cultural
   competency, gain skills and knowledge to improve workplace trust and
   productivity.

 * Pre-order available now!
   
   
   EMPLOYABILITY AND LIFE SKILLS: UNDERSTANDING THE AUSTRALIAN-PACIFIC WORKPLACE
   
   Drawing upon Pacific knowledge systems, this course equips workers from the
   Pacific and Timor-Leste with a sound understanding of Australian workplace
   culture and expectations. It is aligned with the Pacific Australia Labour
   Mobility (PALM) scheme.

 * Pre-order available now!
   
   
   PACIFIC CULTURAL SAFETY AND BUSINESS PREPAREDNESS
   
   (For approved employers) In alignment with the Pacific Australia Labour
   Mobility (PALM) scheme, this course prepares employers with foundational
   knowledge for on-arrival and pre-departure briefings of workers from the
   Pacific and Timor-Leste.


 * PACIFIC SPORT: DEVELOPING CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE COURSE
   
   Learn from exclusive insights of leading Pacific Islander and Māori academics
   and global industry practitioners on how to improve productivity, enhance
   workplace trust with Pacific Islander and Māori athletes in global sport.


 * ENGAGING PACIFIC ISLANDER AND MĀORI STUDENTS IN AUSTRALIA
   
   This course provides foundational knowledge of Pacific cultures and improves
   differentiated learning when working with Pacific Islander and Māori
   students. Professional development workshops (in-person/hybrid/virtual
   format) also available.

 * Pre-order available now!
   
   
   PACIFIC YOUTH WELLBEING COURSE
   
   This course explores issues relating to the health and wellbeing of Pacific
   people. Practical skills, tools and resources will be shared to strengthen
   Pacific youth mental health and resilience.

 * Pre-order available now!
   
   
   PACIFIC LEADERSHIP WAYFINDING COURSE
   
   Refine your leadership skills and knowledge using Pacific values systems and
   frameworks.


 * FREE - PACIFIC CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE COURSE BROCHURE
   
   Download instantly your FREE Pacific Cultural Competency Course brochure
   here. It outlines course overview, objectives and learning outcomes and
   delivery information. Comprehensive in detail, this brochure will answer all
   your questions.


TESTIMONIALS


CANTERBURY-BANKSTOWN BULLDOGS

Luke Goodwin (Wellbeing, Ambassadors Club, & Alumni Coordinator)

I really enjoyed the Pacific Sport: Developing Cultural Intelligence Course
because I got so much out of it. The downloadable 'Pacific Cultural Tip Sheet'
resource is perfect for my role. The enriching stories and video clips also made
all the difference.


TEACHER TRAINING ASSOCIATION

Miles Campbell (Founder & CEO)

David has a proven history in creating and facilitating culturally responsive
workshops and courses. His engagement strategies and resources are invaluable.


BEYOND ACTION

Frank Chidiac (General Manager & Executive Producer)

Talanoa Education possesses deep expertise on Pacific Islanders in sport. David
consistently produces professional and high quality work in a timely fashion.


WELLBEING SCIENCE INSTITUTE

Steve Johnson (Founder & Managing Director)

David's PhD research on managing Pacific athletes in professional sport provides
much-needed insights and strategies into diversity management and the importance
of Pacific athlete wellbeing.


NATIONAL RUGBY LEAGUE

Steve Meredith (General Manager Community Programs)

David has pioneered initiatives that continue to unite and provide pathways for
culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) people to thrive in our game. When
you combine his unique professional experiences and qualifications, he is
well-placed to support organisations who are wanting to improve diversity
engagement in sport.


CANTERBURY-BANKSTOWN BULLDOGS

Luke Goodwin (Wellbeing, Ambassadors Club, & Alumni Coordinator)

I really enjoyed the Pacific Sport: Developing Cultural Intelligence Course
because I got so much out of it. The downloadable 'Pacific Cultural Tip Sheet'
resource is perfect for my role. The enriching stories and video clips also made
all the difference.


TEACHER TRAINING ASSOCIATION

Miles Campbell (Founder & CEO)

David has a proven history in creating and facilitating culturally responsive
workshops and courses. His engagement strategies and resources are invaluable.


BEYOND ACTION

Frank Chidiac (General Manager & Executive Producer)

Talanoa Education possesses deep expertise on Pacific Islanders in sport. David
consistently produces professional and high quality work in a timely fashion.


WELLBEING SCIENCE INSTITUTE

Steve Johnson (Founder & Managing Director)

David's PhD research on managing Pacific athletes in professional sport provides
much-needed insights and strategies into diversity management and the importance
of Pacific athlete wellbeing.


NATIONAL RUGBY LEAGUE

Steve Meredith (General Manager Community Programs)

David has pioneered initiatives that continue to unite and provide pathways for
culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) people to thrive in our game. When
you combine his unique professional experiences and qualifications, he is
well-placed to support organisations who are wanting to improve diversity
engagement in sport.


CANTERBURY-BANKSTOWN BULLDOGS

Luke Goodwin (Wellbeing, Ambassadors Club, & Alumni Coordinator)

I really enjoyed the Pacific Sport: Developing Cultural Intelligence Course
because I got so much out of it. The downloadable 'Pacific Cultural Tip Sheet'
resource is perfect for my role. The enriching stories and video clips also made
all the difference.




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FREE - PACIFIC CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE COURSES BROCHURE

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WHY US?


 * CULTURAL COMPETENCY EXPERTISE
   
   Designed to build upon existing cultural knowledge via culturally safe
   practices affecting thinking, behaviour, and interactions.


 * SMART DEVICE FRIENDLY
   
   Course content is user friendly accessible via desktop/laptop computer or
   mobile handheld devices.


 * EVIDENCE BASED LEARNING
   
   Course content is supported by evidence-based Pacific research, knowledge
   systems and practices.


YOUR PROBLEM...

 * Want to improve service and program outcomes for Pacific people?

 * Do you have limited time and training resources?

 * In need of flexible learning options?


OUR SOLUTION....

 * Self-paced online courses

 * One minimal up-front cost for unlimited users

 * Unrivalled evidence-based learning and course content


ABOUT US

David Lakisa (PhD)

Dr David Lakisa has worked across private and public sectors of sport and
education for the past two decades. He is of Samoan (Polynesian) ancestry and
possesses a unique blend of personal and professional experiences. His PhD and
Masters research focussed on the intersections of Pacific culture, workplace
diversity management (University of Technology Sydney Business School) and
international sport management (Southern Cross University). David was the
inaugural Pacific Islander Coaching and Development officer at New South Wales
Rugby League (NSWRL), a former health and physical education teacher and
sessional academic at Western Sydney University in the School of Education (2008
- 2016). In sum, David is heavily involved in numerous research, education,
government and community-based initiatives for Pacific Islanders and Māori in
Australia and across the Pacific region.


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