First Nations Response

First Nations Response (FNR) is a grassroots Aboriginal Women-led organization that was founded in 2020 during the covid lockdown era to provide culturally appropriate support and urgent food relief to the Inner-West and Inner-City of Sydney mobs.

As Aboriginal women, mothers, and aunties, we are inspired by our ancestors and those who have preceded us to bring about positive changes in our communities. In support of urban Aboriginal communities, our team makes extraordinary efforts to meet the complex needs of our communities. Our work has since become a crucial part of the support that is accessed by the most vulnerable members of our community and the broader community in general.

Although we are primarily focused on providing food relief to the community, we also provide ongoing support and assistance to the community as needed. We do this to the extent that our resources and abilities allow. FNR has responded to flooding, protests, vigils, sorry business, deaths in custody, and the support of women escaping domestic violence, providing furniture and household essentials.

Having a pop-up shop three days a week in Redfern and Marrickville, and delivering to Elders is something we're pretty proud of. Most recently, FNR provided Christmas hampers, groceries, toys, and gift cards to 400 families. It was an essential pop-up to make sure our community could enjoy the holidays together and with their loved ones.

To cover the costs associated with the work we do in the community, we are aiming to raise $100,000 in 2023. The funds raised will allow us to continue our vital work across our communities.

Any donation or support would be greatly appreciated. If you’d like to reach out to us to offer any support or for any further information, please contact us on coral@firstnationscovid-19relief.com