Our Mission

Our aim is to leverage personal and cultural ties, to build on genuine trust and respect, fostering collaboration, effectiveness and efficiency, for better outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people and families in communities.

Bandaar recognises the importance of cultural knowledge and understanding in delivering effective culturally sensitive services. One of the objectives is to promote and preserve Aboriginal culture, traditions, and customs within the services provided. This ensures that Aboriginal individuals and communities feel valued, respected, and connected to their cultural Identity, heritage & country through their engagement with the corporation.

We exist to...

Reduce disadvantage for Aboriginal people within the community

The primary objective of BWCHAC is to address and alleviate the social, economic, and cultural disadvantages faced by Aboriginal people within the community. Through the provision of comprehensive services and support, BWCHAC aims to empower Aboriginal peoples, families, and the community to as a whole overcome barriers and achieve improved wellbeing.

Create and establish cultural knowledge when delivering services

BWCHAC recognises the importance of cultural knowledge and understanding in delivering effective and culturally sensitive services. One of the objectives is to promote and preserve Aboriginal culture, traditions, and customs within the services provided. This ensures that Aboriginal individuals and communities feel valued, respected, and connected to their cultural heritage throughout their engagement with the corporation.

Create employment opportunities for Aboriginal people

Employment opportunities for Aboriginal individuals are a key objective of BWCHAC. By creating and offering sustainable job opportunities, the corporation aims to contribute to economic development within the community. This objective aligns with the broader goal of reducing unemployment rates and building a skilled Aboriginal workforce that can actively participate in the local economy.

Promote cultural awareness to all service providers

As part of its commitment to cultural sensitivity and inclusivity, BWCHAC will strive to promote cultural awareness among all non-Aboriginal service providers. This objective involves actively engaging and educating external organisations, government departments, and service providers to ensure they understand and respect Aboriginal cultural protocols and practices. By promoting cultural awareness, BWCHAC aims to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for Aboriginal people accessing services.

Our Goals

Reconnecting with country

Through various activities and initiatives, The Hub aims to support Aboriginal people and communities in reconnecting with their traditional lands and country. This reconnection promotes a sense of belonging, strengthens cultural identity, and enhances well-being.

Developing and maintaining meaningful relationships with community and country

By providing opportunities for community engagement and participation, BWCHAC seeks to build and nurture meaningful relationships between Aboriginal people, their communities, and their country. These relationships form a foundation for social, cultural, and economic development within the community.

Yarning circles engaged with one another through stories and language

The establishment of a yarning circle within the Hub grounds will create a space for Aboriginal community members to connect and engage with each other through the sharing of stories and use of their traditional language. This will foster a sense of cultural pride, unity, and preservation of cultural heritage.

Our Support Partners

NACCHO provides aged care support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders through culturally safe, community-led care delivered by Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations. Their focus is on helping Elders stay connected to culture, community and Country by providing health, social and emotional support that reflects their needs and identity. Key initiatives include the Elder Care Support Program, which helps Elders and families navigate the aged care system and access suitable services, and the Home Care Workforce Support Program, which strengthens the aged care workforce by recruiting and training staff, particularly in remote areas.

Let’s Get Care is a national in-home aged care provider in Australia that empowers older Australians (or people with disabilities) to remain independent by delivering personalised support services in their own homes. They provide clients with full choice and control over who provides their care, when carers visit, what support is provided and at what rate. Their service offerings include personal care (e.g. grooming, showering, dressing), nursing and allied health care, domestic and household assistance (cleaning, laundry), social support (assistance getting to appointments, social visits), respite care, therapy (physiotherapy, podiatry, etc.), and other in-home care tailored to individual needs.