Australia investments
To shape a more equitable and sustainable Australia through a focus on greater equity and self-determination for Indigenous Peoples and preparing underrepresented children and young people to participate in the economy of the future.
Partners & projects
Supporting self-determined governance for Indigenous development outcomes
Through evidence based tools, resources and a range of development, training and advisory offerings, the Australian Indigenous Governance Institute (AIGI) supports excellence in self-determined governance for Indigenous individuals, communities, nations and organizations in Australia, contributing to improved outcomes for Indigenous Australians and to a broader change in Australia that all citizens can be proud of.
Narragunnawali: Reconciliation in Education
Narragunnawali supports schools and early learning services in Australia to develop environments that actively engage the hearts and minds of future generations to contribute to the reconciliation process.
Indigenous Governance
The Indigenous Governance Program supports governance, leadership and self-determination in First Nations-led organizations and communities.
Keeping the deserts connected
A thriving Indigenous ranger network to protect the natural and cultural values of Australia’s desert region.
STEM Together
Supporting Australia’s future innovation by increasing engagement and participation of underrepresented students in STEM learning and career pathways.
Right care, first time, where you live
Using the latest advances in systems modeling and simulation to empower communities to allocate local resources and funding in youth mental health care in a targeted way.
The Mentally Healthy Futures Project
The University of Sydney’s Matilda Centre is working collaboratively in breaking down silos to improve youth mental health. This five-year project supports the continuation of Australia's Mental Health Think Tank, with a particular focus on improving outcomes to improve the mental health of Australians now and into the future, by providing holistic, evidence-based policy recommendations.
Early Years Catalyst
A national collaboration working with organizations to improve early childhood development outcomes for children experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.
Australia news
View all newsHelping young students understand real world STEM applications
STEM Together is a program designed to encourage underrepresented students into science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) by building their confidence, capability in 21st century skills, and connection with STEM.
174 days ago
Australia program
First Nations women becoming workplace assets and community role models
Real Futures is working closely with UN Women’s Second Chance Education Programme to deliver a project exclusively for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women in Australia.
260 days ago
Australia program
Education Equity
Meet the changemakers: the Australian Indigenous Governance Institute
The Australian Indigenous Governance Institute (AIGI) is an independent, Indigenous-led center that designs and delivers solutions to help strengthen governance capabilities and meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
294 days ago
Australia program
3 online resources to learn about governance and collaborative decision making with Indigenous and local communities
Three comprehensive learning resources to help inform, develop, and enhance knowledge on Indigenous governance and consultation and consent mechanisms are available online and are free to access.
365 days ago
Canada program
Australia program
Natural Resource Governance
Year in review
US$10.9 million invested in grants, donations and sponsorships exclusive to Australia in Financial Year 2024
Learn more about the innovative NGOs, think tanks and national and international institutions finding solutions and setting new standards for the future in BHP Foundation Annual Report to donor - Australia.
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