Community Programs

Evidence-based community programs across Australia. Indigenous-led, diversion, mentoring, and cultural programs that transform lives through community strength and local wisdom.

Community Programs are sourced from the canonical programs catalog. Where evidence exists, programs link to ALMA intervention records for drill-through context. Looking for all interventions? Visit our Interventions Database.

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Community Programs

Canonical catalog records

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Program Types

Diverse approaches

3

Evidence Linked

ALMA intervention references

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19 programs found

Experience Eastern Arrernte country at Loves Creek Station through Traditional Owner-led on-country programs. Offering accommodation, cultural tourism, healing programs, and educational experiences including bush medicine workshops, storytelling, and cultural connection activities. School groups and visitors gain authentic understanding of Aboriginal culture through direct engagement with country and knowledge holders.

Indigenous-ledNT
Organization: Oonchiumpa
No Evidence Link

Innovative program combining vocational training, animal therapy, and intensive mentoring for disengaged youth.

Community-basedNSW
Organization: BackTrack
Evidence Linked

Community space building project transforming the MACYS backyard into a culturally grounded gathering place. Features shipping containers, yarning circle, Aboriginal flag art, basketball court, and community garden. Built by young people including Archie, Isaiah, Taj, Jaylee, Polly, and Isabella.

Community-basedNSW
Organization: Mounty Yarns
No Evidence Link

Connecting Aboriginal young people and families to essential services through trusted partnerships with over 32 community organizations. Provides culturally safe navigation support for health services (Congress, Headspace), education pathways, employment and training, housing and accommodation, and legal and justice system access. Breaks down barriers between Aboriginal families and mainstream services through cultural brokerage and advocacy.

Indigenous-ledNT
Organization: Oonchiumpa
No Evidence Link

Cultural connection activities and events celebrating Aboriginal heritage. Includes art, storytelling, dance, and cultural knowledge sharing between elders and young people.

Indigenous-ledNSW
Organization: Mounty Yarns
No Evidence Link

Storytelling through film, including the Mounty Yarns documentary. Young people learn filmmaking skills while telling their own stories about policing, incarceration, foster care, and community resilience.

GrassrootsNSW
Organization: Mounty Yarns
No Evidence Link

Traditional Aboriginal healing practices combined with elder mentorship for young Aboriginal people experiencing trauma.

Indigenous-ledNT
Organization: Antakirinja Matu-Yankunytjatjara
No Evidence Link

Youth-led organization focused on community organizing, leadership development, and social justice advocacy.

GrassrootsQLD
Organization: Logan Youth Collective
No Evidence Link

A comprehensive mentorship program providing culturally responsive support for Aboriginal youth (ages 11-17) identified as at-risk by Operation Luna, the Northern Territory Government multi-agency taskforce. Using a cultural brokerage model, Oonchiumpa connects young people to Aboriginal and mainstream services while providing holistic family support, education re-engagement, mental health services, housing assistance, and cultural connection programs.

Indigenous-ledNT
Organization: Oonchiumpa
Evidence Linked

Transformative legal education program where law students learn from Traditional Owners on country, understanding Aboriginal law, justice, and lived experiences beyond what textbooks can teach. A week-long immersive experience traveling from Alice Springs through Arrernte Country to Uluru, designed and led by Traditional Owners Kristy Bloomfield and Tanya Turner in partnership with ANU Law School since 2022.

Indigenous-ledNT
Organization: Oonchiumpa
No Evidence Link

Youth-led advocacy and peer support program run by Leah and Adam. Young people lead discussions, develop advocacy skills, and support each other through shared experiences with the justice system.

GrassrootsNSW
Organization: Mounty Yarns
No Evidence Link

Weekly boxing program for young people in Mount Druitt. Provides physical fitness, discipline, and a safe structured outlet for energy and stress.

Community-basedNSW
Organization: Mounty Yarns
No Evidence Link

Cooking and nutrition classes for young people. Teaches practical life skills while building community connection through shared meals and cultural food traditions.

Community-basedNSW
Organization: Mounty Yarns
No Evidence Link

Arts-based program supporting young people from foster care and out-of-home care through creative expression.

Community-basedVIC
Organization: Creative Futures
No Evidence Link

Girls-specific activities and mentoring program running weekly on Wednesdays. Creates a safe, culturally grounded space for young women to connect, build confidence, and support each other.

Community-basedNSW
Organization: Mounty Yarns
No Evidence Link

Physical fitness and gym access program for young people. Provides structured exercise, health education, and a positive environment for physical development.

Community-basedNSW
Organization: Mounty Yarns
No Evidence Link

Technology education and coding programs designed for neurodivergent and disengaged young people.

Community-basedSA
Organization: TechStart Youth
No Evidence Link

Structured youth engagement pathway providing wraparound support for young people at risk of or involved in the justice system. Combines mentoring, activities, and advocacy.

Community-basedNSW
Organization: Mounty Yarns
No Evidence Link

Strengthening young Aboriginal men through culture, ceremony, and connection to country.

Indigenous-ledNT
Organization: Tangentyere Council
Evidence Linked

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