Waalitj foundation

Empowering First Nations Peoples through education, employment and business.

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We aim to lead the provision of education, employment and business opportunities for First Nations Peoples. We influence and inspire the empowerment of our people through our diverse work force, which is led by our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander role models. 

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Programs across education and employment

jobseekers placed into employment in 2023

girls currently mentored through Deadly Sista Girlz

Waalitj Hub First Nations business clients

Programs across education and employment

Jobseekers placed into employment in 2023

girls currently mentored through deadly sista girlz

Waalitj Hub First Nations Business Clients

who we are

our programs

Deadly Sista Girlz

Building self-esteem and confidence in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity.

Waalitj Hub

Empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses to thrive.

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Plan 2Day 4 2morrow

Pre-employment mentoring and activities focusing on improving job readiness.

program delivery

latest news

Western Power Driving Opportunities for DSG 

The Waalitj Foundation is happy to continue our work with Western Power in support of greater educational and employment outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander school students.   The partnership’s main objective is to support and further the work of our...
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Hannah’s Scholarship Success

Meet Hannah Waters! A proud Mandandanji  women living and working in Yagara and Yugambeh country in Logan, Hannah has been a part of our Indigenous Scholarships Program (ISP) since 2023. She has recently graduated with her Masters in Advanced Nursing, specialising in...
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Kicking Goals at Waalitj Cup

Over 100 Deadly Sista Girlz (DSG) from across WA gathered at Mineral Resources Park last week to compete in the 8th annual Waalitj Cup, formerly known as the Ken Wyatt Cup. Since the Cup's inception in 2017, the event has seen substantial growth, with 14 DSG teams...
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Hub Business Builder in Bunbury a Success

Our Waalitj Hub Business Builder event series is providing specialist support to Indigenous businesses throughout the state. Hosted last week in Bunbury, the latest Business Builder event enabled Indigenous business owners and entrepreneurs to join with industry...
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NAIDOC Week Celebrations

Our Community Development Program (CDP) teams kept the fire burning blak, loud and proud this past NAIDOC week!  We had a busy week across Leonora and Laverton, working with participants and the community to organise some exciting events.  In Leonora, the Leonora...
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Building Stronger Communities with WISE 

In collaboration with WISE Aboriginal Corporation Group (WISE), we are dedicated to fostering economic and workforce development across the Yaaliku Region in Western Australia.   Supported by the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA), we deliver tangible...
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ISP High School Camp 2024

We recently held our annual Indigenous Scholarship Program High School Camp in Chinchilla Queensland, Baruggam Country.  Yeah 10, 11 and 12 students travelled from all around Queensland to participate and experience life as a university and vocational student.   Day...
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DSG Kmart NAIDOC Display

Champion Bay Senior Highschool DSG had the exciting opportunity to display their artwork at Kmart Geraldton. Items including denim jackets, sneakers, cushion covers, handbags and home items were included.  The students demonstrated creativity in their artwork and...
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Young Graduates Building Futures

Congratulations to the participants who recently received their Certificate II in Civil Construction through our new pilot program, Banksia Hill Detention Centre Civil Construction Set Project.   As a part of our Justice program and with the Department of Justice, the...
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Revolutionising the Maintenance Industry 

Shane Lewis, a Banjima man from the Pilbara, is the Founder and CEO of Koodaideri Innovation and Technology (KIT). After decades of experience in the mining industry, Shane founded KIT with a clear mission; to help save lives and prevent injuries in the live...
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