Our Capability Statement

TLS Indigenous Consultancy is a 100% Aboriginal owned business founded by Tegan Schefe, a proud Bidjara and Kamilaroi woman. We are an established provider of culturally responsive consulting and training services, specialising in health and suicide prevention.

Core Competencies

Indigenous Suicide Prevention & Strategy

Delivery of culturally grounded training with community, integrating Indigenous knowledges, the SEWB framework and lived experience to support suicide prevention strategies across all levels.

Facilitation & Training

Experienced in group facilitation, workshop delivery and yarning circle models that foster culturally safe, deep listening and learning environments.

Indigenous Health Expertise

Expert advice and consultation to strengthen Indigenous health systems, workforce development and culturally responsive models of care.

Community Engagement & Capacity Building

Delivery of Indigenous-led engagement strategies, project design, evaluation and capability uplift tailored to diverse communities and context.

Key Personnel

Tegan Schefe is a highly skills and experienced Consultant with a strong backgroun in Primary Health Care Services and culturally responsive suicide prevention strategies. With a passion for creating culturally safe environments, Tegan has worked extensively with First Nations communities, leading initiatives that prioritise inclusivity and respect for cultural values.

Key Achievements

Co-development a culturally responsive suicide prevention strategy for the Sunshine Coast's First Nations community which had a focus on four key pillars: suppor for high risk groups, gatekeeper training, public awareness campaign and training for health professionals.