FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 23rd March 2017
Aliant LLP Joins the IR Global / Sinchi CSR Programme IR Global is the fastest growing professional service firm network in the world with 850+ members, providing legal, accountancy and financial advice to companies and individuals across 150 jurisdictions. The group is renowned for its high ethical standards, innovative approach and niche expertise. In November 2016, the group formed a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program in support of Sinchi, a non-profit, which promotes human rights and the preservation of indigenous culture. The mission of the organisation is to highlight the importance of indigenous culture / knowledge and to uphold the UN’s declaration on the rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). IR and Sinchi were delighted when Aliant LLP, a global legal practice focused on cross border law joined the initiative. “The program was created to build a community of like minded business leaders who can work together towards instigating positive social change. Aliant LLP and Jacob Stein are an excellent example, as they are a successful and entrepreneurial firm which understands the importance of having an effective global network for both optimizing business opportunities whilst also being able to have a positive social impact. ” Tom Wheeler, MD of IR Global “Aliant strives to be a socially responsible law firm. In IR Global we found a like-minded organization. We are honored to support the Sinchi project and its goal of preserving indigenous culture.” Jacob Stein, Managing Partner, Aliant LLP Funds raised will be used to empower indigenous communities to document their own cultural heritage, by providing equipment, workshops and ongoing support for creative arts such as photography, film-making and music production. To achieve these goals, Sinchi is working alongside acclaimed aboriginal photographer Prof. Wayne Quilliam, who has dedicated his life to working with different tribes around Australia and beyond. As Sinchi’s ambassador in Australia, Wayne has direct communication with the tribal elders, ensuring all projects are community led and have a support structure to create longevity. KEY TARGETS •
Connect indigenous communities with collaborators and resources in the Western World.
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Develop creative arts skills. Providing opportunities for the youth in communities to share their stories and show the strength of their own culture.
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Create a sustainable business model for art & music, which can generate funds. (Whilst ensuring all copyright / ownership of creative collaborations remains with the community).
INITIATIVES FOR 2017 INCLUDE
Because our liberation is bound together. www.sinchi-tribe.com
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A ground breaking music project collaboration between aboriginal tribes and western music producers.
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Photography & Film-making workshops within Australian Aboriginal communities.
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Global Photography Competition judged by Jimmy Nelson and Wayne Quilliam.
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International Crowd Funding campaign.
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Sinchi Tribe Collaboration network connecting indigenous and western organisations.
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Launch of an online store for indigenous art, photography and music.
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Events bringing together a community of likeminded individuals & organisations.
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Because our liberation is bound together. www.sinchi-tribe.com