Global Advisers Circle
Connecting Indigenous Communities with Trusted Expertise
The Indigenous Ways Global Adviser Circle brings together experienced professionals from around the world who specialise in working alongside Indigenous communities to support trail development, cultural storytelling, and community-led planning.
Each member of this network is committed to working in the right way - with cultural integrity, respectful engagement, and a deep understanding of how trails can deliver social, cultural, environmental, and economic benefits for Indigenous peoples.
What We Offer:
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Strategic Advice and Facilitation
Experts in engagement frameworks, partnership models, governance, and culturally aligned planning.
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Trail Planning and Development
Specialists in sustainable trail design that respects cultural landscapes and Indigenous priorities.
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Cultural Storytelling and Interpretation
Practitioners with experience in co-creating story-based visitor experiences grounded in truth-telling.
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Capacity and Workforce Development
Advisors who support inclusive employment, training, and long-term benefit-sharing within the trails and tourism sectors.
Who Is This For:
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Indigenous communities seeking trusted collaborators
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Government and land management agencies looking to engage with integrity
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Trail developers and tourism planners wanting to do things the right way
How to Connect:
Browse the list of regional experts and contact them directly, or get in touch with us and we’ll help connect you with someone who understands your context and can walk alongside your journey.
"Our strength is in our circle - bringing together knowledge keepers, planners, storytellers, and cultural experts who honour Indigenous ways of working with Country."
Kylie Ruwhiu-Karawana
New Zealand
TRC Tourism
Thomas Holden
Australia
Queensland Aborigines
Galeo
South Africa
South Africa Trails
Julie Judkins
USA
Just Trails
Supporters and Affiliates
World Trails Network
Kingdom of Tonga
Aboriginal Nation
Fiji
The World Trails Network is a global non-profit association committed to the sustainability and enjoyment of the world’s trails for all people, through an engaged international network of organizations and individuals
Cathy
Aborigine Advocate
Fijian Minister
Conference
Princess Latu
Supporters of the Tongan Kingdom