healthy, active & Strong communities through the power of sport & RecreatioN
We drive change and improve lives, utilising culturally safe sport and health promotion programs.
Sport - it’s not just a game
Sports participation is essential for young Aboriginal people to overcome social barriers to achieving holistic wellbeing and to find a sense of empowerment. Our programming incorporates our values and traditions and promotes cultural connection, social and emotional wellbeing, and skill development to lift up our future leaders.
garnduwa
amboorny
wirnan
we are
We are an Aboriginal-owned and run not-for-profit organisation operating in the Kimberley region of North West Australia.
Our name, derived from languages within the Kullarri, Malarabah, and Wirnan regions, means
‘big mob of people coming together to do something’
We work toward supporting townships and Aboriginal communities throughout the Kimberley.
Our focus areas are health and wellbeing, education, employment, and capacity building. Our vehicles for change are sport and culture.
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how we make an impact
We develop meaningful partnerships with remote Aboriginal communities and service providers, co-design best practice programs, and embed our values of culture, community, and leadership throughout.
kimberley active
communities
Building the capacity of Kimberley communities to implement and deliver sustainable and self-sufficient sport and recreation programs.
Encouraging Kimberley youth to further enhance their natural talents and realise their potential as strong community organisers and persons of influence.
active leaders
The Kimberley Region’s recognised football talent pathway for young aspiring athletes. Prioritising on and off-field development and education.
Kimberley Spirit
making her mark
Exploring the barriers and facilitators of participation in sport for Women in Kimberley communities.
our partners
Our funding partners maintain a commitment to and belief in our work and impact. We partner with a huge range of organisations, schools, communities and individuals to create life-changing programs in the Kimberley. We are always looking for new opportunities to build and strengthen relationships.
Garnduwa acknowledges the traditional owners across the Kimberley. We come from the river, the desert, the sea side. We acknowledge elders, past, present and future. We acknowledge the ongoing contribution our people make to better enrich our lives. Through communities, we grow strong. Through leadership, we pave the way. Through culture, our songs last forever.