The Pattern
That Changed
Everything
24 Community Controlled programs are proving what Indigenous communities have always known
Indigenous youth are 17 times more likely to be detained than non-Indigenous youth
The statistics are staggering. The crisis is undeniable. But there's something the data reveals that changes everything.
The evidence has always been there
University studies show cultural immersion programs reduce reoffending by 40-60%. Community-led initiatives achieve completion rates 3x higher than government detention.
When young people connect with culture, Country, and Elders, healing happens.
"These programs work because they're designed by community, for community"
— Aunty Margaret Wilson, Yolngu Elder
Cultural connection is key to breaking the cycle. When programs are run by community, for community, young people engage. Cultural safety is everything.
Let the data speak
Community programs: Lower cost, better outcomes
The media is starting to notice
Coverage of community programs is increasingly positive
The Pattern Is Clear
Community knows best
When Indigenous communities lead, young people thrive