Our Story
Janice Rocca and Michelle Raikuna-Jones are the cofounders of Raindrops of Diversity Framework.
Together we have combined our visions and skills in creating our innovated training model for Early Childhood Education and Care Services.
Raindrops of Diversity Framework offers practical, hands on experiences connecting cultural perspectives that invest in meaningful and lasting change .
Our research, experiences and practices has proven that Raindrops of Diversity Framework compliments others approved ECEC frameworks and the National Quality Standards. At the same time, Raindrops of Diversity Framework provides many tools for embedding respect and understanding Aboriginal connections to natural environments with a focus on play across all age groups.
Together we have combined our visions and skills in creating our innovated training model for Early Childhood Education and Care Services.
Raindrops of Diversity Framework offers practical, hands on experiences connecting cultural perspectives that invest in meaningful and lasting change .
Our research, experiences and practices has proven that Raindrops of Diversity Framework compliments others approved ECEC frameworks and the National Quality Standards. At the same time, Raindrops of Diversity Framework provides many tools for embedding respect and understanding Aboriginal connections to natural environments with a focus on play across all age groups.
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Janice Rocca
Janice is a proud Aboriginal woman, and is a descendant of Wakka Wakka and Kaanju Peoples. She is dedicated to embedding Aboriginal perspectives and learning opportunities in the Early Childhood Education and Care sector and other community based organisations. Janice is the Director of her company Janice Rocca Consultancy which was created to walk alongside services with cultural inclusion. |
Michelle Raikuna-Jones
Michelle has many years’ experience working in the ECEC sector. She is passionate about equity and inclusivity for all people. Her focus and value driven interests has been on Indigenous Australian inclusion where she has invested significant time embedding Aboriginal cultural perspectives into high quality educational programs. Michelle is the Director of Kind-e-Play Consultancy, her company focuses on supporting services with building learning communities. |