Victorian Aboriginal Community Services Association Ltd

Victorian Aboriginal Community Services Association Ltd VACSAL is a community based, community controlled organisation compromising of representatives from Koorie organisations across Victoria. Strengthening Culture.
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The Victorian Aboriginal Community Services Association Ltd (VACSAL) is a state-wide agency that provides advice to Government on a range of community development issues as well as being a major provider of extensive services to the Aboriginal community in both the metropolitan and some regional communities these services include:

Bert Williams Koorie Youth program and residential support. Aborig

inal Best Start Project. Gambling Awareness Project. Indigenous Men's Support Programs and more. VACSAL is a community based, community controlled organisation compromising of representatives from Koorie organisations across the state. Established in 1984, VACSAL has been instrumental in assisting the Victorian and Commonwealth Government develop policies and programs in major areas relating to the advancement of Aboriginal people

VACSAL supports and manages a number of community programs as well as providing strategic advice to Aboriginal Organisations and Government bodies on issues impacting on Aboriginal people. The organisations is seen as key advocate that has representation on over 85 local, regional and State reference/advisory committees. VACSAL works from the following philosophical base in all of its advocacy work and service provision that of:

Community and Individual choices. Self Determination and managing change. Strengthening Identity. Strengthening Families. In addition, VACSAL is a community resource centre, delivering a range of government funded programs to support and assist children, young people and families as well as strengthening communities and culture. As an Aboriginal community service organisation, we are committed to:

Advocating for the needs of individuals, families and communities. The delivery of high quality services. Creating an organisation that is open, welcoming and one which encourages participation by the Koorie community. We consider that education and employtment are the two central drivers for redressing inequality and disadvantage and we believe that indigenous organisations have a crucial role to play in providing trainning and employment opportunities. It is these pathways that will broaden the pool of skills and knowledge available to us in our quest for greater opportunity and social change. Our values are built on :

A respect for and acknowledgement of Aboriginal history and kinship networks. A commitment to influencing policy and service development. Redressing inequality and disadvantage. A commitment to ensuring that Aboriginal people have greater access to information, resources, services and decision making. A commitment to self determination and self management for Indigenous communities.

06/07/2026

DEADLY BUT DIFFERENT NAIDOC EVENT
Our Deadly But Different NAIDOC event is coming up, and we'd love to see you there!
Date - Monday 6th July
Location - Hoopla South Morang
Time - 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Join us for a fun evening with face painting, finger foods and drinks provided, and the chance to connect with other Deadly But Different families in a safe and welcoming environment.
Please note that this is an event exclusively for our Deadly But Different community members and their families.
We can't wait to see you mob there!

Education Support Worker job vacancies in Doreen (AKT Now program)The AKT Now program currently has vacancies in Doreen ...
03/07/2026

Education Support Worker job vacancies in Doreen (AKT Now program)

The AKT Now program currently has vacancies in Doreen for an AKT Now Education Support worker.
In this role, you will be given the opportunity to complete a Certificate IV in School Based Education Support with other AKT Now candidates around the state.

Please share this email with your networks and to anyone you know, who may be interested.
These roles are identified positions for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants only.

Ashley Park Primary School - https://edupay.eduweb.vic.gov.au/psc/EDUPPRD1_EA/APPLICANT/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U
Education Support Officer Level 1 Range 2.1 (AKT Now)
31.25 hours, fixed term 20.07.26 - 25.06.27
Apply by 12th of July 2026

Please feel free to reach out to Leah Seeto (AKT Now Project Manager) on [email protected] or 0400 989 097 if you would like to have a chat about these roles or the AKT Now program.

You can also contact Demi Gane (Recruitment and Engagement Officer at AFL SportsReady) if you would like support to apply for these roles on 0429 826 363 or [email protected]

Reminder that the Back2Black Cabaret is on this Saturday 4th July 2026.See flyer for details.Strictly over 18s.BYO
02/07/2026

Reminder that the Back2Black Cabaret is on this Saturday 4th July 2026.

See flyer for details.

Strictly over 18s.

BYO

Back to Black is BACK. See all you mob there!!!

Strictly over 18.

Pay on entry - cash or card.

Victorian Aboriginal Education Association Inc. Aborigines Advancement League Inc. Vic

Thanks to everyone who submitted an EOI for the 2026 MMP Program.We’ve had a great response and are now working through ...
01/07/2026

Thanks to everyone who submitted an EOI for the 2026 MMP Program.

We’ve had a great response and are now working through the next stage of the process. Updates and information about the online session will be shared with those who submitted an EOI.

We look forward to seeing everyone online on 22 July.

MMP 2025 - Team Dungulayin MilekaBig shout out to Declan for the awesome footage and edit!
29/06/2026

MMP 2025 - Team Dungulayin Mileka
Big shout out to Declan for the awesome footage and edit!

Join the "Blues and the Brothers" down the Murray River during the ...

23/06/2026

EOIs NOW OPEN – MMP 2026. THIS IS FREE REGISTRATION.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people aged 13–17 are invited to apply for the 2026 Dungulayin Mileka – Massive Murray Paddle.

EOIs Open: June 2026
EOIs Close 30 June 2026
EOIs Assessed: July 2026
Paddle Dates: 15–21 November 2026

• Connect to Country
• Build friendships
• Develop leadership skills
• Challenge yourself

Spots are limited.

NOTE: THIS IS FREE REGISTRATION. LET US KNOW IF YOU HAVING PROBLEM REGISTER IT.

Apply via the QR code on the flyer or visit:
https://bit.ly/4omqStY

A friendly reminder that our event is happening today! We look forward to seeing everyone and sharing a great day togeth...
17/06/2026

A friendly reminder that our event is happening today! We look forward to seeing everyone and sharing a great day together.
Lunch will be ready soon, so make sure you come along, catch up with friends, and enjoy the activities.
Thank you to everyone who has joined us. See you soon!

Join us for a day of cultural connection through woodburning, painting, artefact decoration, and storytelling with local elders and artists.
Create, learn, and share together while celebrating culture, creativity, and community.

Location: The Aboriginal Centre for Males (ACM) – 201 Bell St, Preston VIC 3072
Event Date & Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, June 17, 2026
https://www.vacsal.org.au/event/vacsal-culture-art-day-2026/

Back to Black is BACK. See all you mob there!!!Strictly over 18.Pay on entry - cash or card.Victorian Aboriginal Educat...
16/06/2026

Back to Black is BACK. See all you mob there!!!

Strictly over 18.

Pay on entry - cash or card.

Victorian Aboriginal Education Association Inc. Aborigines Advancement League Inc. Vic

Address

496 High Street
Northcote, VIC
3070

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+61394164266

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