Branch & Sea recognises First Nations Turrbal and Jagera peoples as the true owners and custodians of the lands we work and live on. Acknowledging that sovereignty was never ceded and that Treaty and Land Back are the way forward for Climate Justice. Branch & Sea stands in solidarity with First Nations people of Australia and Zenadeth Kes, recognising their ongoing fight and survival against systems of racism and oppression.

Through ongoing learning Branch & Sea acknowledges that sustainability can only be pursued through recognising the intersections between social, racial and environmental justice. The community intersections between, LGBQTIA+, disabled, Black, First Nations and people of colour that constitute the Global Majority are most impacted by social, racial and environmental injustice. Branch & Sea accepts responsibility as a business to prioitise intersectional sustainability through ongoing anti-racist learning and only collaborating with anti-racist businesses.

In recognising First Nations peoples as the true owners of so called ‘Australia’; Branch & Sea is Paying The Rent to Black Rainbow Australia. Contributing 5% of earnings from every wedding and event. As a First Nations owned and led organisation, Black Rainbow Australia provide important support services for LGBTQIA+SB First Nations ‘Australian’ and Zenadeth Kes peoples. Please check out the vital work they do!

All botanicals sourced for Branch & Sea design are grown in Australia. With 80-90% locally sourced from around Meanjin/ Brisbane. Branch & Sea supports local growers by respecting the seasons and impacts on farmers and growers from climate change driven events. Branch & Sea does not use bleached, painted or dyed botanicals as they cannot be composted.

The Branch & Sea studio is based in Meanjin/ Brisbane and run from Annie Donaldson’s solar powered home studio. All green waste is composted on the property and returned to the garden to nourish plant growth. Since it’s start Branch & Sea has been a floral foam- free practice. Floral foam is a micro-plastic product that impacts the health of floral workers and the marine environment. All vehicle deliveries are offset through Greenfleet Australia.

Connecting and giving back to community is a core value for Branch & Sea. Practicing waste -free design, all botanical creations from weddings and events are re-made into bouquets and donated to Aged Care facilities and Disability support organisations around Meanjin/ Brisbane the day after. The joy from events can continue to ripple into community supporting people and planet.