We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live, work & play, and of the many different nations across Australia.
We pay our respects to the Elders, past, present and emerging, as the holders of the memories, the traditions, the Culture and the spiritual wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across the nation. We also acknowledge the Strength, Resilience and Endurance of the Stolen Generations Survivors.
Two Worlds | Bulla Ngurra is an independently owned & run cultural consultancy & advisory service delivering workshops, programs and consultation to organisations in the private, public & NFP sectors. Founded by Binowee Bayles, proud Koori woman born and raised in Redfern on Gadigal Land, and Chrissy Ynfante, born & raised in Sydney, daughter to Spanish-Filipino immigrants. Between them they have over 50 years of collective experience & knowledge working in service to others in the areas of Community Services, Employment & Career Training and Mentoring, Financial Services, Advocacy, Preventative Mental Health & Wellbeing, development, design & delivery of programs and workshops in the education, corporate, public sectors and communities - urban, rural & remote.
Co-founders
Binowee Bayles + Chrissy Ynfante
Binowee Bayles is a proud Aboriginal woman from Redfern with deep roots, family and historical connections to Gadigal Country in Sydney. As the second youngest of eight sisters, Binowee’s heritage is a rich tapestry woven from her mother’s Eora, Wonnarua and Bundjalung Nations of NSW lineage and her father’s Birri Gubba, Gungalu, Wakka Wakka and Wulli Wulli Nations from Central to North Queensland. She is a Mum of three sons and a Kinship carer to many. She has been performing traditional song and dance nationally and internationally for 32 years and have been a part of many cultural ceremonies across Australia. Binowee has 5 years experience in Financial Services, 5 years in Government, 2 years in community organisations and volunteers as a Board of Director for a number of Not for Profit organisations. She is passionate about caring for Country, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Indigenous design, arts and crafts. Binowee has recently joined as a MAD Ambassador and is seeking to empower those around her that are working to Make A Difference in the world!
Born & raised in Sydney, Chrissy is the daughter of Spanish-Filipino immigrants, living on Bidjigal, Birrabirragal, and Gadigal land. She is a Mum to an adult son and an “Aunty” to many. She has worked as manager, mentor & trainer in indigenous employment programs in the corporate, government & community sectors. She managed a Community Services Drop-in Centre developing & running programs, advocating & supporting individuals with legal issues, AOD, mental health, housing, & living skills. Chrissy has trained organisations in effective workplace mentoring and cultural competency, and has been a guest speaker at events for the corporate and education sectors. She worked for Greg Inglis' Preventative Mental Health organisation, Goanna Academy, developing & delivering preventative mental health programs and workshops for schools, corporates, & regional & remote communities. Over the past 18 years, Chrissy has worked in Redfern, Great Western Sydney, South Western Sydney, Arnhem Land, and regional NSW allowing her to connect with the people from some of the most beautiful communities, learn more about First Nations Culture, and engage with passionate people working in mental health, education and other related services & industries.
Two Worlds’ corporate programs aim to support employers in building a strong and resilient workforce. Designed to target and engage all levels of the organisation to create a culture of trust; to encourage open conversations promoting psychosocial wellbeing and good mental health; increase cultural competency; develop a healthy, sustainable work culture; and implement strategies to support First Nations & CALD employees to thrive and feel strong in culture in the workplace.
Binowee & Chrissy will work with you to develop a tailored program to meet the specific needs of your organisation and team, allowing you to select modules and identify focus areas that best suit your needs.
The best way to get started is to book a call with Binowee & Chrissy. Over a yarn, we will listen to your unique organisational needs, and tailor a program specifically targeted to your requirements & budget.
Our Services
Consultation
RAP consultation
Financial Literacy for First Nations & CALD peoples
Programs & Workshops
Thematic Workshops aligned to RAP outcomes eg. workplace mentoring training to effectively support & improve retention of First Nations staff
Cultural and Psychological Safety in the Workplace - for employees to feel comfortable to speak up, take risks, & make mistakes increasing satisfaction, creativity, performance, and efficacy
aHeadWell - taking care of mental health & wellbeing ahead of time
Staying Strong in Culture at work - for First Nations & CALD employees
Cultural Competency for Leaders & their organisations
Aboriginal Leadership
Cultural Services
Aboriginal Walking Tours - 3 locations | Redfern, Barangaroo, Circular Quay & The Rocks
We’d love to hear from you!
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FAQs
Where are you based, and do you travel for work?
Binowee & Chrissy live & work on Gadigal land in Sydney. We are willing to travel for work*, and have delivered services across NSW in regional, rural and remote areas including the central coast, mid-north coast, Tamworth, Wagga, Goulburn, Richmond & more. Outside of NSW, we have also worked in North East Arnhem Land, Cairns, & Central Australia.
*travel & accommodation expenses are covered by the client and included in our quote