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. 

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

Voice of Hope Award Nomination

Congratulations to Waalitj Hub client, and proud Whadjuk Ballardong woman Lorraine Pryor! Lorraine is the Director of Voice of Hope, which was recently nominated for the 2024 Indigenous Governance Awards.  Earlier this month, Voice of Hope’s Directors Lorraine,...

WA Business Awards Charity of the Year 

The Waalitj Foundation is proud to announce that we have been awarded WA Business Awards Charity of the Year for 2024! Hosted at the Crown Perth Grand Ballroom on Friday evening, the awards were presented in front of more than 900 people, celebrating the achievements...

Kevin’s Inspiring Journey to Employment

Kevin, a Yamatji man from Mullewa, came to the Waalitj Foundation determined to get a job. He had moved in with his son after losing his house earlier this year and was looking to find a job and change his lifestyle. Kevin’s son had told him he had one month to get...

Care Sector Training Provides Opportunities

Congratulations to our Leonora Community Development Program participants who recently completed their Strength in Supports - Care Sector Training Course! Throughout the week-long course, participants engaged in training that will equip them with the essential skills...

Round Table Supporting Employment Outcomes

Industry leaders joined forces to create greater employment opportunities for First Nations Australians at our round table event. Hosted by the Waalitj Foundation in partnership with the Alcoa Foundation, guests were welcomed to the AMC Jakovich Function Centre in...

Alcoa Support Increases Outcomes for DSG

Our Deadly Sista Girlz (DSG) program has received a significant donation from global charity the Alcoa Foundation to support increased outcomes for First Nations girls. The announcement was made at our annual DSG Cricket Carnival, a celebration of culture,...

Business Builder Success in Kwinana

The Waalitj Hub delivered another successful Business Builder event in Kwinana last week, thanks to support from the Alcoa Foundation.  Hosted at the AMC Jakovich Centre near Kwinana’s industrial centre, this event enabled Indigenous business owners and entrepreneurs...

Arc Driving Opportunities for DSG

A big thank you to Arc Infrastructure for their donation of a van for our Deadly Sista Girlz at Halls Head College!  Arc Infrastructure General Manager Works Delivery and Arc Aboriginal Engagement Initiative Executive sponsor, Dan Ellis and Communications Advisor and...

Job Success for Fit4Work Participants 

Congratulations to our Fit4Work participants who have just started a new role at the Kmart Distribution Centre in Warehousing and Logistics!  7 participants from our Metro and Peel Fit4Work sessions commenced their inductions earlier this month. For some of the...

The Healing Power of Wayne’s Art

Wayne Davis is a Kaytej artist and Waalitj Hub Client who was featured in the Waalitj Foundation (Healing Stories) Art Exhibition at Central Park Perth this past July.   Wayne’s art engages all five senses, inviting viewers to connect spiritually, physically, and...

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