Zagul Biri is a proudly First Nations and Veteran owned consultancy, dedicated to building culturally safe, inclusive, and respectful workplaces across government, Defence, corporate, and resource sectors.

Founded by Erol Williams and Sam Sheppard, Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal men and Navy veterans with over four decades of combined service; Zagul Biri combines deep cultural grounding with proven professional expertise. Together, they bring a unique blend of lived experience, strategic leadership, and industry knowledge to help organisations move beyond awareness into meaningful action.

What We Do
We support organisations to create environments where Indigenous voices are respected and included through:

Cultural Awareness & Competency Training
+ Foundational workshops for teams and employees
+ Advanced cultural competency for executives and leaders
+ Sector-specific programs for Defence and the resource industry

Consultancy & Advisory
+ Policy and strategy development for cultural safety and inclusion
+ Organisational reviews and cultural safety audits
+ Leadership coaching on Indigenous engagement
+ Engagement & Partnerships
+ Building respectful relationships with First Nations communities
+ Indigenous procurement and supply chain guidance
+ Support for Reconciliation Action Plans (RAPs)

Our Edge.
Organisations choose Zagul Biri because we offer:
+ Torres Strait Islander + Aboriginal perspectives, woven together
+ Defence, government, and industry expertise at senior levels
+ Supply Nation Registered and listed in the Aboriginal Business Directory WA
+ Tailored, solutions-focused training and consultancy — no “tick-the-box” approaches
+ A long-term vision of nation-building through reconciliation

At Zagul Biri, we believe cultural competency isn’t an optional extra — it’s a foundation for better decisions, stronger relationships, and sustainable outcomes.

Connect with us today to start building stronger, more respectful partnerships.

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