BilaEmpower is a First Nations not-for-profit organisation based on Kaurna Country (South Australia). We are Supply Nations registered, a certified ACNC charity.
We were founded by Bianca Stawiarski in 2024, emerging as a decolonised and holistic way to
support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in driving change.
While pri
BilaEmpower is a First Nations not-for-profit organisation based on Kaurna Country (South Australia). We are Supply Nations registered, a certified ACNC charity.
We were founded by Bianca Stawiarski in 2024, emerging as a decolonised and holistic way to
support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in driving change.
While privileging First Nations knowledge systems, world views, and definitions of success, BilaEmpower focuses on various aspects of trade to support our charitable impact.
Co-directed by Bianca Stawiarski, Tod Stokes, and Tania Willis, three First Nations individuals and sovereign businesses committed to social impact, this registered charity is not merely an organisation; it's a movement.
BilaEmpower is established to support Australian First Nations individuals, families and communities through:
BilaEmpower is established to support Australian First Nations individuals, families and communities through:
Our Board of Directors is made up of experienced and dedicated First Nations professionals:
BilaEmpower Ltd, has collaborated with established First Nations Sovereign social enterprises Warida Wholistic Wellness and Legacy Counselling and Consultancy to offer our EAP service Australia wide.
BilaEmpower's innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides a bespoke service that is flexible and responsive to your organisation's needs. The program
is developed to meet your organisation's needs. We prioritise social consciousness by actively supporting communities. Our commitment includes fostering opportunities and ensuring security for First Nations businesses. By promoting collaboration among Indigenous enterprises, we aim to strengthen their foundation and facilitate sustainable growth within their communities.
Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is an Indigenous specialist support service designed to help employees with personal or work-related problems. We focus on providing this help in a way that respects, is informed by and includes First Nations cultures and perspectives.
We are a team led by First Nations Allied Health professionals. Our approach blends traditional Indigenous wisdom with counselling practices, ensuring that our services are culturally sensitive and inclusive.
Once your employer has contracted us: to use our services, you can simply contact us through the Links on this page. We are here to support you.
BilaEmpower, Warida Wholistic Wellness, and Legacy Counselling and Consultancy have come together to deliver a series of transformative trauma-informed workshops and wellbeing programs. This unique collaboration is driven by a shared commitment to empowering First Nations communities through culturally safe, holistic, and trauma-informed approaches.
This partnership combines the strengths of three leading First Nations organisations, BilaEmpower, Warida Wholistic Wellness, and Legacy Counselling and Consultancy:
An Indigenous social enterprise based on Kaurna Country (South Australia) and operating internationally, Warida Wholistic Wellness integrates ancient Indigenous healing methods with Allied Health (mental health) and wellbeing practices. Warida is committed to facilitating healing on Country, decolonising health systems, and empowering women globally to embrace their healing journey on their own terms.
Led by Tod Stokes, Legacy Counselling and Consultancy provides culturally safe counselling services that honour and respect First Nations traditions. The consultancy specialises in trauma-informed approaches that recognise the strength, resilience, and healing power inherent in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
Our First Nations-led trauma-informed workshops are designed to address the specific needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Each workshop is grounded in our personal and professional experiences and in a deep respect for cultural knowledge, practices, and protocols, ensuring that participants feel seen, heard, and supported in a safe and inclusive environment.
Key Workshop Themes:
Our workshops are facilitated by First Nations Allied Health professionals with lived experience, who understand the unique challenges and strengths within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We provide a safe learning environment where cultural identity is respected and celebrated.
The workshops draw on the ancient wisdom of First Nations cultures, integrating Indigenous Healing practices with contemporary therapeutic approaches. Participants will leave with practical skills that honour the depth and richness of First Nations knowledge.
We believe in the power of coming together (gudu-guduwa) to learn, heal, and grow. Our workshops are community-driven, focusing on building capacity and fostering resilience within individuals, families, and communities.
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Our First Nations-led trauma-informed workshops are designed to address the specific needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. This 2 or 3 day workshop aims to establish the foundation of First Nations therapeutic skills by exploring the concept of the Ancient University and developing culturally appropriate counselling approaches.
Learning through the Ancient University: Community Counselling Training Brief (pdf)
DownloadThe Young Learners Wellbeing Immersive Experience is a holistic initiative designed to nurture the emotional, physical, and cultural wellbeing of young learners. Through a series of engaging and interactive sessions, this program aims to equip participants with essential life skills while fostering a deeper connection to self, others, and culture. This 5 session experience is structured for middle - senior school children.
Young Learners Wellbeing Immersive Experience - Training Brief (pdf)
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Thu | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Fri | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Sat | Closed | |
Sun | Closed |
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