- Grant will help Koya Aboriginal Corporation grow and strengthen its culturally safe services
- Funding will build Koya’s staffing, governance and organisational capability to support Aboriginal children, young people and families
- Investment reflects the Cook Labor Government’s commitment to Aboriginal self-determination, community leadership and cultural heritage
The Cook Labor Government is helping create meaningful, long-term opportunities for Aboriginal children, young people and families by investing in the strength, leadership and self-determination of Aboriginal community organisations.
Through Lotterywest, a $500,000 grant will support Koya Aboriginal Corporation to deliver the Djaling Koya (Listening to the Frog Call) Project, an initiative designed to strengthen the organisation’s capacity and support its sustainable growth.
The project will help Koya build the foundations needed to continue delivering culturally grounded services and respond to the evolving needs of Aboriginal communities across Western Australia.
The grant will fund a range of initiatives, including project staffing, governance and leadership development, community engagement resources, digital communications, monitoring and evaluation, a client relationship management system, and administrative support.
This investment will improve organisational co-ordination, efficiency and strategic planning, enabling Koya to enhance program delivery, foster new partnerships and strengthen its advocacy for Aboriginal children, young people and families.
By supporting Koya’s long-term sustainability, the project will contribute to improved wellbeing, resilience and opportunities for Aboriginal families and communities throughout Western Australia.
The grant reflects the Cook Labor Government’s commitment to recognising and supporting the strengths, leadership and cultural knowledge of Aboriginal communities, while preserving and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Western Australia’s Aboriginal people.
Koya Aboriginal Corporation is an Aboriginal-owned and led not-for-profit organisation based in Midland. Established in 2004, Koya delivers culturally responsive programs and services that support Aboriginal and vulnerable children, young people and families.
Since 2010, Koya Aboriginal Corporation has received four Lotterywest grants, totalling $978,515.
Lotterywest delivered more than $1 billion in grants and prizes to the Western Australian community in the 2024-25 financial year.
Comments attributed to Aboriginal Affairs Minister Don Punch:
“Koya Aboriginal Corporation has a strong track record of delivering culturally safe and community-led services that make a real difference in the lives of Aboriginal children, young people and families.
“This Lotterywest grant will strengthen Koya’s organisational capability, ensuring it has the staff, systems and governance structures needed to continue growing and responding to community needs.
“The Cook Labor Government is committed to supporting Aboriginal-led organisations that empower communities and create opportunities for future generations.
“Investing in projects such as Djaling Koya reflects our commitment to recognising and valuing the cultural heritage, knowledge and leadership of Western Australia’s Aboriginal people, while helping deliver lasting social and community outcomes.”
