Education Archives - KARI Australia

Students attending a presentation as part of the Optus Digital Thumbprint program.

Optus Scholarship Students Explore the Future with AI

25 June 2026

KARI Foundation’s Optus Scholarship students recently took part in their second mentoring workshop of the year, focusing on one of today’s most rapidly evolving technologies: Artificial Intelligence (AI). Throughout the…

Greater Western Sydney Opportunity Hub team

Greater Western Sydney Opportunity Hub creating opportunities through Culture, Community and Connection

24 June 2026

Education

Throughout May 2026, the Greater Western Sydney Opportunity Hub team continued to support Aboriginal students through a range of cultural, educational and career-focused activities across the region. Through culture, community…

Education and Employment EXPO

16 June 2026

Education, Events, Indigenous Employment, KARI News

KARI Limited’s Aboriginal Education & Employment Expo, held on Thursday 14 May, was a tremendous success, bringing together high school students, job seekers, employers, training providers and universities for a…

KARI April News Update

1 June 2026

Community Events, Community Support, Cultural Unit, Education

April was a month of connection, culture and community across KARI programs and initiatives. From Unity Day celebrations in Queensland and New South Wales to swim safety, mentoring and community…

Casey Ralph welcoming a guest in a room filled with women attending the conference.

KARI March News Update

4 May 2026

Community Events, Community Support, Cultural Unit, Education

March was a busy and energising month across KARI, from empowering women and young leaders to delivering culturally grounded programs for students, carers and families, each initiative created space for…

Students at KARI Foundations Vocal Identification Program Workshop 2026

KARI February News Update

18 March 2026

About Us, Community Events, Community Support, Cultural Unit, Education

February was a busy and energising month across KARI, filled with opportunities to connect with community, celebrate culture and strengthen partnerships. From bringing people together on the golf course to…

KARI January News Update

19 February 2026

About Us, Community Events, Community Support, Cultural Unit, Education

Over the Christmas and New Year period, KARI supported families across our community through a range of holiday initiatives designed to bring choice, celebration and practical support during a busy…

KARI November News Update

4 December 2025

About Us, Community Events, Community Support, Cultural Unit, Education

November was a busy and inspiring month at KARI, with highlights across our programs and partnerships. Students visited our Sydney Olympic Park offices for an Opportunity Hub Industry Yarn, sixteen…

KARI October News Update

10 November 2025

About Us, Community Events, Community Support, Cultural Unit, Education

October has been an inspiring month for KARI, filled with moments that celebrated culture, connection, and community. From honouring Indigenous Business Month and launching our largest Foster Carer recruitment campaign…

KARI September News Update

13 October 2025

About Us, Community Events, Community Support, Cultural Unit, Education

This month was about connection, culture and care. We shared our story on 2GB, strengthened leadership across teams, and backed community-led change with partners. Students and families came together for…

KARI August News Update

9 September 2025

About Us, Community Events, Community Support, Cultural Unit, Education

This month, we’re proud to share stories that highlight the strength of culture, the power of connection, and the impact of opportunity. From The Cultural Unit’s inspiring cultural workshops to…

KARI July News Update

5 August 2025

About Us, Community Events, Community Support, Cultural Unit, Education

As we wrap up a busy and inspiring July, we’re proud to share some of the incredible work happening across KARI. From NAIDOC Week celebrations and art competitions, to digital…

KARI June News Update

9 July 2025

About Us, Community Events, Community Support, Cultural Unit, Education

June has been a month of connection, creativity and cultural celebration across KARI. From school workshops and national partnerships to cultural programs and community visits, our team continues to support…

KARI May News Update

4 June 2025

About Us, Community Events, Community Support, Cultural Unit, Education

As Reconciliation Week reminds us of the importance of walking together with respect, May has been a powerful month of connection across our programs and communities. From new beginnings like…

Enjoying the free rides at KARI QLD Unity Day 2025

KARI April News Update

2 May 2025

About Us, Community Events, Community Support, Cultural Unit, Education

This month has been filled with opportunities to gather, reflect, and grow. Here’s a look at how KARI connected culture and community throughout April. Gwongubungga Swim Program – Gold Coast,…

Wilson Security - Aboriginal Womens Wellbeing Conference

KARI March News Update

4 April 2025

About Us, Community Events, Community Support, Cultural Unit, Education

March has been a month of meaningful moments and exciting progress across our programs at KARI. From cultural events to new initiatives and community support, we’re proud to share the…

KARI Foundation Delivers Essential Backpacks to Queensland First Nations Students

31 January 2024

Community and Capacity Building, Community Support, Education, KARI Foundation

In a heart-warming initiative, KARI has been making a significant impact on the lives of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students by providing essential backpacks to prepare them for…

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WestConnex Indigenous Driver Program fundamental for Youth

8 July 2021

Community Support, Education, Lead with Culture

The WestConnex Indigenous Driver Program delivered by KARI Foundation is a program that provides assistance to Indigenous youth who are trying to obtain their drivers licence. Starting from the very…

Lead with Culture successfully assist youth over the past 12 months

8 July 2021

Community Support, Education, KARI Foundation, Lead with Culture

KARI Foundation and the Department of Social Services developed a KARI inspired Aboriginal youth engagement and mentoring program based on culture. Lead with Culture (LwC) has been operating for over twelve…

Virtual Sessions keeping us connected to our youth

8 July 2021

Community Support, Education, Indigenous Art Programs, KARI Foundation

Over the past few months KARI’s Lead with Culture and Community Programs teams have been able to adapt efficiently to the changes we are currently facing. Our Lead with Culture…

CEO Message – April 2020

8 July 2021

Community Support, Education, Family Support, KARI Clinic, KARI Community, KARI Foundation, Out-of-Home Care

As an essential service in the child protection and family services space, the COVID crisis has meant that both KARI Limited and KARI Foundation have had to develop constantly evolving…

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Swimming Lessons increase confidence among Indigenous Youth

8 July 2021

Community Support, Education

KARI Limited’s Swimming Programs are underway for Term 1 of the New Year. Our Parents & Bubs swimming program provides free lessons for Aboriginal children aged 0-3, teaching children to…

HSBC/KARI LEAD Scholarships provide financial assistance

8 July 2021

Education

In continued partnership with HSBC the KARI Foundation have been able to financially support Aboriginal high school students across 3 service regions including Metro Sydney, South West Sydney and Western…

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Seven Mile Coffee Roasters provide training for Indigenous Youth

8 July 2021

Community and Capacity Building, Education, KARI Foundation

KARI Foundation’s Lead with Culture Team have partnered with Seven Mile Coffee Roasters, to assist in the upskilling of Aboriginal youth with barista training courses. The training course was held…

Aboriginal Student Achievement Awards

7 July 2021

Community Events, Community Support, Education, Events

The South West Sydney (SWS) Aboriginal Student Achievement Awards (ASAA) is an annual event that acknowledges the achievements of Aboriginal students and contributions by Aboriginal community members to Aboriginal Education…

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Mil-Pra 2019 Official Launch and Prize Ceremony

7 July 2021

Community Events, Education, Indigenous Art Programs, KARI Community

The 28th Annual Mil-Pra AECG Exhibition launched on Saturday 30th November at the Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre. This exhibition celebrates the significance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture in our…

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2020 Transition to High School Backpack Distribution a success!

7 July 2021

Community Support, Education, KARI Foundation

As the school year comes to an end, children in Year 6 are busy preparing for the transition from primary school to high school. This experience can often be daunting…

Australia Day 2020

7 July 2021

Education, Indigenous Art Programs, KARI Foundation

KARI Foundation hosted young people from regional NSW from the 13th January – 17th January 2020. As a part of KARI Foundation’s Creative and Performing Arts pillar, these young people were selected…

KARI Foundation’s Indigenous Coaching Conference

7 July 2021

Education, Indigenous Consulting, KARI Community, KARI Foundation, Sport

KARI Foundation held its 2nd Indigenous Coaching Conference from 17th – 19th of January. The Indigenous Coaching Conference was designed to bring in coaches from across New South Wales to educate them on…

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Young Leader’s rewarded for their hard work and commitment

7 July 2021

Cultural Unit, Education, KARI Community, KARI News

From the 15th to the 20th July, KARI’s Cultural Unit held its first ever reward camp for a group of youth in their Young Leaders program. A group of 12 young leaders…

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HSBC provide Scholarship Program for Indigenous Youth

7 July 2021

Education, KARI Community

The HSBC Lead Program ensures that the importance of education is recognised, not only by KARI Foundation, but by HSBC as well. The program allows a selected group of Year…

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Transition to School Graduates equipped for ‘big school’

7 July 2021

Education, KARI Clinic

On Tuesday 15th October, KARI’s Clinic Team held their Transition to School graduation at the Health Clinic located in the KARI Liverpool Office. Our Transition to School program runs throughout the…

KARI’S HSBC LEAD Workshops commence for 2019

7 July 2021

Community Support, Education, KARI Community, KARI Foundation

Once again the KARI Foundation and HSBC funded LEAD workshops have commenced. These workshops are offered to KARI’s scholarship cohort, in order to assist them with their school and life…

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Scholarship holders benefit from KARI’s Study Support Program

7 July 2021

Community Support, Education, KARI Community, KARI Foundation

In partnership with Kip McGrath Education Centres, KARI Foundation offered current Scholarship holders an opportunity to participate in our first study support program. Students were invited to come into KARI’s…

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KARI Foundation’s Lead with Culture Program aims to embrace and promote culture

7 July 2021

Business Enterprise, Community and Capacity Building, Education, Indigenous Employment, KARI Community, KARI Foundation

KARI Foundation’s Lead with Culture Program aims to empower Aboriginal youth between the ages of 15-21, who are disengaged from school or their community, with Aboriginal culture. This program aims…

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Mates Puzzles: Sharing Stories, Connecting People; One puzzle piece at a time

7 July 2021

Community Events, Education, Family Support, Indigenous Art Programs, KARI Community, KARI Foundation

Mates Puzzles is an art program designed and created by renowned Indigenous artist, Danielle Mate Sullivan. Danielle Mate has been creating Indigenous artworks for many years and is now using…

The future is looking bright at Community Young Leaders Camp

7 July 2021

Community Support, Education, KARI Community, KARI Foundation

KARI Limited’s first Community Young Leader’s Camp saw 19 young leaders attend a 3-day camp, with days packed to the brim with workshops and team building exercises. The camp ran from…

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KARI Foundation’s Inaugural Indigenous Coaching Conference

7 July 2021

Education, KARI Foundation, Sport

The first KARI Foundation Indigenous Elite Coaching Conference delivered the opportunity for twenty Indigenous coaches to learn and grow from some of the National Rugby League’s best coaches and managers.…

KARI Brighter Futures program helping families gain stability

7 July 2021

Early Intervention, Education

The Early Intervention team at KARI deliver a unique program called The Brighter Futures Program. Brighter Futures assisted 151 children/ young people in the last financial year. The program is designed…