Without access to locally-run playgroups and support for parents, Indigenous children can fall behind in developmental milestones. We partner with remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and employ local women who facilitate playgroups to support children and parents, conducted in both traditional language and English to increase "both-ways" learning. When we invest in a child’s early years, we invest in their future. 

Connection to culture is an important factor in the health, social and emotional wellbeing of Indigenous youth. The Young Mob Program helps Indigenous youth build stronger connections to their culture and empowers them to grow their leadership and life skills to become the next generation of change makers.

With strong culture, language and connections to country, the challenge for some Indigenous communities is tackling contemporary issues around education, economic development, housing and the justice system. The Martu Leadership Program helps strengthen the leadership capacities of Martu men and women, so they can better shape their own futures and lead their own development.

Family violence is often a topic kept private, but this secrecy can cause more harm. Channels of Hope is a culture and faith-based program that aims to combat gender-based violence through sessions about family harmony, respectful relationships and violence prevention. In collaboration and partnership with local communities, we explore ways to combat violence together. 

How you can make a difference

We invite you to partner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as we support them to lead their own development and create a life in all its fullness for their children and families. You can be a part of this journey and a part of our shared story – connecting with, and listening to, the voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Together, we can create a stronger future for all.  

What we achieved in 2018

What we achieved in 2018

How you can make a difference

We invite you to partner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as we support them to lead their own development and create a life in all its fullness for their children and families. You can be a part of this journey and a part of our shared story – connecting with and listening to the voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Together, we can create stronger future for all.