FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 7th December 2016
Koffels Solicitors & Barristers 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 Koffels Solicitors & Barristers, a leading full service commercial law firm in Sydney, Australia joined the initiative. “The program was created to build a community of like minded business leaders who understand by working together, we can instigate positive social change. Koffels are forward thinking firm who have achieved great commercial success over the last three decades whilst supporting iniatives that benefit society. They are a great addition and I think a great example for other firms ” Tom Wheeler, MD of IR Global “Tom and his team made a terrific presentation on Sinchi at the 2016 AGM of IR Global, and crystallised in our mind the urgency of this project. We all benefit when we step up to worthy causes and we urge our fellow members to embrace the Sinchi CSR Programme. Get on board, help others, feel good ” Ross Koffel, Principal of Koffels Solicitors & Barristers 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).
Because our liberation is bound together. www.sinchi-tribe.com
INITIATIVES FOR 2017 INCLUDE •
A ground breaking music project collaboration between aboriginal tribes and electronic 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