OUR SISTERS
We have powerful and worrying evidence that young women of Cape York frequently find themselves stuck in a negative intergenerational cycle with no education, no work, dysfunctional relationships, low health and low self-worth. The outcomes of this common cycle are bleak.
Our Sisters works closely with Cape York Partnership to smash this cycle through a unique trauma-informed educational approach, a strong focus on health and wellbeing, and a grounding in language and culture.
By strengthening their academic and cultural capacity, as well their health and self-belief, we empower Cape York girls of all ages to follow their dreams and start a generational cycle of hope and prosperity.
If you educate a girl, in mind, body and spirit, she can change her world.
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HOW YOU CAN HELP
We are currently raising funds for Cape York Leaders Program tertiary scholarships to universities throughout Australia.
These scholarships will provide talented young indigenous women with the opportunity to continue their studies, follow their dreams and become role models for their community. And be supported along the way with Cape York Leaders' wellbeing and support program.
WHY GIRLS
Women are a powerful force for positive change on the planet. We know this to be true amongst our families and in our communities. It’s the grandmothers, aunties, and mothers that stand strong for the children, never giving up on their hope for a better future.
If you educate a girl, in mind, body and spirit, she can change her world. She will drive change and break the cycle of poverty for her family.
Our Sisters speaks to the sisterhood amongst all women, and the men who believe in us. No matter their culture, class, race or beliefs - we celebrate each other without judgement.
Our Sisters are your tidda (sisters). We come together to support our courageous girls to better their education, health and language.
WHO WE HELP
Our Sisters is a fundraising initiative of Cape York Partnership - a non-profit organisation that empowers indigenous families and communities to choose a life they have reason to value. Cape York Partnership consist of 11 entities that focus on different areas of education, policy, health, culture, leadership, and employment. Our Sisters is focused on the entities who support our girls.
Health & Wellbeing
Ngak Min Health is a community clinic that supports the medical health and wellbeing of our girls. They provide a culturally safe space for assessments and develop information material in ancestral languages to close the communication gap between patients and practitioner.
Education
Cape York Girl Academy is Australia’s first boarding school designed for young mothers and their babies. Mother and child live and learn together, supported by caring staff.
Djarragun College is a P-12 school with a strong cultural curriculum. The college offers exceptional pathways into the workforce following school.
Language & Culture
Pama Language Centre works to record, revitalise and maintain our ancestral languages. They develop support packages empowering girls to speak their own languages, retain culture and make a generational impact.
Leadership
Through a comprehensive support program and scholarships to elite boarding schools, Cape York Leaders Program mentors students from Cape York through high school and beyond. The girls graduate with the skills and confidence to be a leader for their whole community.
