The Department of Social Services has launched a new grant opportunity (GO ID: GO7659), aimed at advancing Indigenous employment and business development across Australia. This initiative is part of a broader commitment to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities through targeted economic support.
Key Grant Details:
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Grant Title: Indigenous Employment and Business Support Program
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Available Locations: ACT, NSW, VIC, SA, WA, QLD, NT, TAS
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants must fall under one of the following entity types:
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Company, Cooperative, Partnership
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Corporate or Non-Corporate Commonwealth or State/Territory Entities
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Incorporated Associations, Indigenous Corporations
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Local Government Bodies
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Statutory Entities or Authorities
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Trustees (where the Trustee is an eligible entity type)
Importantly, applicants must either:
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Be an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisation falling within one of the three groups specified in section 4.1 of the grant guidelines, or
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Form a consortium with one or more organisations that meet that criteria.
How to Apply:
All applications must be submitted online via GrantConnect. Applicants must:
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Complete the application form in full
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Address all eligibility and assessment criteria
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Submit all required templates and documentation
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Ensure submission is received by 9:00 PM AEST on 20 May 2025
What to Expect After Applying:
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Assessment will occur within 5 weeks of the closing date
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Outcomes will be approved within 7 weeks
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Applicants notified within 9 weeks
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Grant agreements awarded by August 2025
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Activities commence from late August 2025
This is a valuable opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations, and their partners, to lead or participate in initiatives that drive sustainable employment and strengthen Indigenous-owned businesses across Australia.
