We are a peak body by
and for Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander
peoples, uniting the
Indigenous employment
and training sector.

The National Indigenous Employment and Training Alliance (The Alliance) is an Indigenous-led national peak body dedicated to transforming the employment landscape to achieve employment and training outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We are committed to supporting stronger outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job seekers and learners, supporting the growth and impact of the employment and training sector.

Our Story

The Alliance was born from a shared vision to address critical gaps in support, advocacy, and representation within the Indigenous employment and training sector.

In 2023, at a historic National Gathering on Gadigal Country, over 50 leaders, representing regions from the Pilbara to Brisbane and Torres Strait to Western Sydney, came together with one shared purpose: to improve employment outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This pivotal moment laid the foundation for The Alliance – a united force dedicated to empowering business, amplifying Indigenous voices, and driving systemic change to reshape the future of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment landscape in Australia.

Our Purpose

To grow and strengthen the Indigenous employment and training sector, contributing to closing the employment and training gap for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Our Vision

A future where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are self-reliant, valued, and economically prosperous.

Our Mission

To revolutionise the employment landscape by facilitating business and the employment and training sector to deliver sustainable, lasting impact for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Our Values

  • Cultural Respect
    Honour the diverse cultures, traditions, perspectives and contributions of Indigenous people.
  • Collaboration

    Embrace meaningful partnerships across the sector, government and business industry.

  • Unity
    Strengthen a united voice for the sector to advance outcomes for Indigenous people.
  • Trust

    Foster dependable and transparent relationships that people can rely on.

  • Excellence

    Uphold the highest standards and impact in everything we do.

  • Empowerment

    Foster a culture where people feel valued, trusted and inspired to take initiative and make decisions.

What We Do

The Alliance drives sustainable change through:

  • Membership Engagement & Sector Support
    Strengthening connections and providing tailored resources to empower member organisations to deliver support, training and skills in the pursuit of employment;
  • Government Relations & Strategic Partnerships
    Collaborating with government to advocate for inclusive policies, effective programs and services, secure resourcing for the sector, and align on shared objectives;
  • Industry & Stakeholder Engagement
    Partnering with Australia’s largest employers to strengthen Indigenous employment practices and outcomes, and creating culturally safe workplaces;
  • Policy Advocacy & Sector Representation
    Acting as the unified voice for the Indigenous employment and training sector to influence policies and programs which impact on Indigenous job seekers and learners, strengthening Indigenous procurement and improving conditions, to close the employment gap;
  • Capability-Building Programs
    Offering specialised programs, workshops, and resources to enhance service delivery and operational excellence;
  • Consultancy & Advisory Services
    Delivering expert support in workforce planning, tender writing, program design, and capacity-building initiatives;
  • Knowledge-Sharing & Digital Platforms
    Providing research, tools, and benchmarking insights to support best practices and amplify sector-wide impact.

Collaboration

The Alliance is committed to working in genuine collaboration with other peak bodies, organisations, and stakeholders to amplify shared goals and deliver meaningful employment and training outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We respect the significant work of longstanding organisations and focus on complementing – not duplicating – their impact. By aligning efforts, fostering open dialogue, and advocating for culturally appropriate solutions, we ensure Indigenous job seekers, learners and communities have the right conditions to thrive.

Together, through strategic partnerships and collective action, we are creating sustainable opportunities that advance Indigenous economic development and empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to achieve long-term prosperity.