Life guidance, peer learning and passing down knowledge are key cultural concepts to our Indigenous ways of living and that is why we here at Groove Co. have establisehed mentoring programs based on these pricipals.

Mentorship and Capcity Building Locations:

• Australia

• New Zealand

• Wider Pacific Region

• Digital

Guyala Mentorship Program

The Guyala Mentorship Program is a dedicated initiative designed to empower and guide diverse young individuals from Indigenous and Pasifika backgrounds. Focused on a holistic approach, our program centers around key pillars, including culture, soft skill development, life skills, career trajectory, advocacy, and community connection and involvement.

Our target demographic is young people aged 14 to 24, and we've crafted two flexible versions of the program to cater to their needs. The first is an in-person option located in Rockhampton, providing a tangible, community-based experience. The second version is conducted over video calls, featuring fortnightly group sessions and individual sessions. This dual approach ensures accessibility for a wider audience and accommodates diverse preferences and circumstances.

Through regular engagements, our mentorship program seeks to foster personal and professional growth. Participants will benefit from tailored one-on-one sessions, carefully designed to equip them not only to excel but to thrive in various aspects of life. These sessions cover a spectrum of topics, including cultural enrichment, soft skill honing, life skills acquisition, career pathway exploration, advocacy skills development, and active participation in community initiatives.

Our overarching goal is to provide a supportive environment where these young individuals can flourish. We believe in cultivating not just competence, but resilience and a sense of purpose. The program aims to instill confidence, nurture talents, and encourage a strong sense of community engagement among participants. By offering a well-rounded mentorship experience, we aspire to empower the next generation to navigate life's challenges with confidence and succeed in both their personal and professional pursuits.

Pacific Yulgu Program

• WHAT IS PACIFIC YULGU? Pacific Yulgu, focuses on capacity building for young Indigenous and Pacific individuals across Australia and New Zealand. The pilot program, consisting of workshops, is scheduled for completion by June 2024.

• WHO DOES THE PROGRAM TARGET: Our aim is to skill up individuals aged 19 to 36 in Australia and New Zealand, focusing on Indigenous and Pacific diaspora. Pacific Yulgu, focuses on capacity building for young Indigenous and Pacific individuals across Australia and New Zealand. The pilot program, consisting of workshops, is scheduled for completion by June 2024. The goal is to capacity build individuals for success in various sectors, fostering positive change and representation.

• WHAT STRUCTURE DOES IT FOLLOW: During the pilot program there will be four sets of two-day workshops across Australia and New Zealand. These workshops will focus on Economic Development, Cultural Reclamation, Leadership and Mental Health.

• LONG TERM VISION: Pacific Yulgu aspires to become the leading capacity building and innovation program across the Pacific, empowering Indigenous Australians and the Pacific Diaspora across Australia and New Zealand, initally. The long-term vision, post pilot program, includes expanding to a year-round program, hosting workshops in each Pacific country, and organising a biannual conference.