The Returning Indigenous Corporation

The Returning Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous women-led not-for-profit organisation governed by a majority Indigenous, all women Board of Directors. Our mission is to bring all people back into right relationship with self, community and Country, creating healing for ourselves and for the planet. Based on Bundjalung Country (Northern NSW), our primary purpose is to provide opportunities and support for Indigenous women, Elders and their families to connect with Country, be recognised and remunerated for their cultural knowledge, and improve their health and wellbeing. Our secondary purpose is to build deep connections between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, inviting all people to learn from our ancient wisdoms and cultures. Created in 2018, by our Founder, Bundjalung woman Ella Bancroft, The Returning now runs eleven programs across the region focusing on connection to Country, health and wellbeing, culture, and family support services.