Power of Programs: Indigenous Programs

Parental Engagement Program – Supporting Parents and Carers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) Children.

This program is a culturally appropriate and community driven support program for Parents and Carers of ATSI children.  The program aims to increase parental engagement, develop leadership capacity, and assist parenting competencies. It also supports children’s development and strengthens child/parent relationships with the aim of enhancing early learning opportunities and improving educational outcomes for ATSI children. Workshops are based on the needs and wants of Parent and Carers and their children, participating in educational decision making, developing partnerships with education providers while building and maintaining early learning opportunities. 

For further information, contact Lisa Warner or by phone on 8203 9404

Download a Brochure and referral form

Once you have enrolled in the program, you will be invited to participate in an evaluation conducted by the School of Health Sciences, University of South Australia. For more information, contact Margaret Cargo

 

 

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Aboriginal Young Women’s Leadership Project

The Aboriginal Young Women’s Leadership Project is an exciting new collaborative project between the YWCA of Adelaide, Women’s Health Statewide State Aboriginal Young Women’s Committee and Maxima Indigenous Employment Services for ATSI women between 15 - 30.

This project will provide opportunities for Aboriginal young women to develop their leadership skills through various opportunities including:

1. 1:1 Mentoring
2. Professional development workshops
3. Networking Sessions
4. Structured volunteering opportunities
5. Employment opportunities

You can also join the Steering Group to assist the Program Coordinator and help run the Aboriginal Young Women’s Leadership program in a way that you think will benefit the young Aboriginal women of Adelaide.   

If you are passionate about advocating for young Aboriginal women around the state, developing leadership skills, and having a say about the programs that can be successful for young Aboriginal Women - being a part of the Steering Group is the opportunity for you.

To find out more about joining the Steering Group, or about the next networking session or professional development workshop, please contact Raquel Kerdel on 8203 9418 or send an email to raquel.kerdel@ywca.com.au

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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