For some Indigenous people, the simple things in life, like a good job, healthy children and a happy family, are still just a dream.
Together, we’re making dreams come true.
We Do Things Differently
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BY INVITATION ONLY
We do things with Indigenous people, not to or for them. Communities invite us to help them achieve their own goals.
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100% COMMUNITY DRIVEN
Projects are 100% community driven. We give people control of development decisions and we respect local knowledge.
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PRACTICAL SUPPORT
Our national network of skilled volunteers provides practical support where skills and resources are limited.