Training
I found a flyer at work on a training seminar for two days learning about managing and assessing at risk Indigenous people. As an Australian prison, we have about 20% Indigenous community and their risk is significantly higher than other offenders. Due to their spirituality, they are also often misdiagnosed with mental illness.
The training sounds ideal for that part of my job and our Indigenous assessment officer is very interested also, however the training is extremely expensive and my manager said it is very unlikely they will send us along due to their budget being so low previously. However she suggested I submit a formal request for the training and see what happens.
It is unfortunate that a workplace does not spend the money to ensure staff personal development and training. They would have a better company overall.