What is the Opportunity Hub?
Opportunity Hubs are a state government initiative, funded by Training Services NSW. They were developed as a result of the Ministerial Taskforce on Aboriginal Affairs community consultations held in 2012, which identified the need for supported pathways to assist young Aboriginal to gain the confidence and knowledge to transition into tertiary education, training and/or employment.
We work with our network of partners to:
- Partner schools with local employers and training providers;
- Coordinate local opportunities including employment, mentoring, scholarships, internships and volunteer work;
- Match young Aboriginal people’s career aspirations to local opportunities that lead to jobs;
- Mentor and support young Aboriginal people each step of the way;
- Engage young Aboriginal people and their families early on at school; and
- Track young Aboriginal people’s progress including once they have transitioned to employment.
Who is it for
- Years 5-8: Building career aspirations and understanding career pathways.
- Years 9-12: Personalised career and transition planning, plus access to training, work experience and job opportunities.
For student referrals please send completed form to: coordinator@tamworthlalc.com.au
Careers on Country
Our Staff
Futures Mentor - Opportunity Hub
Futures Mentor - Opportunity Hub
Team Leader - Opportunity Hub
Careers on
Country
Careers on Country is an annual careers expo specifically tailored for Aboriginal students. The event provides Aboriginal youth the opportunity to access career opportunities, engaging with key representatives within the employment and higher education sectors. Careers on Country runs over two days, one day for Year 9 and 10 students and one day for Year 11 and 12. Students explore career opportunities in small groups, rotating around to a range of service experts.
Services are able to engage with Aboriginal students providing information on training, employment and career opportunities and pathways.
