A NEW CULTURAL CENTRE FOR HEALING - BLACKTOWN, NSW
Dharug Strategic Management Group (DSMG) is a new organisation with the dream of opening a cultural centre for sharing, teaching and healing on the Blacktown Native Institution site in NSW.
VOLUNTEER: KEN, NT
“I got a lot of satisfaction from the small engine project and I feel I have achieved something in the communities I have been to.”
CLEAN HANDS HEAL
It is well known that hand hygiene plays a big part in slowing the spread of COVID-19 and in general, personal hygiene plays a big role in keeping us healthy.
The story of our name
We have recently changed our name from Indigenous Community Volunteers to Community First Development.
COVID19 Response
We are deeply saddened to see the devastation caused by COVID-19 across Australia, and in our communities. We understand that this is, and will continue to be, a challenging and difficult time for all of us.
Action Research Report - Good Governance Practice Leads to Good Relationships
In 2018, Community First Development launched its first action research project that aims to evaluate the effectiveness of its community development approach, and explore why self-determination, leadership and governance are important to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.
A special 'Gathering Place by the Bay'
Continuing our work with Nairm Marr Djambana Aboriginal Gathering Place.
Two-way learning with mosaics
A powerful creative project with Wiluna Remote Community School.
Story of Practice – Midwest Yamaji Music Aboriginal Inc. (MYMAI) (WA)
MYMAI support the growth and development of musical and artistic talent in the Midwest region, and create opportunities to showcase First Nations’ talent.