Our vision is to re-invent equal opportunity and levelling the playing field. We aim to remove barriers by providing nourishment, education, employment and enablement.
Australia produces substantially more food than it consumes. Yet, more than 1 in 5 Australians have experienced hunger at some point.
At least once a week, three in ten food insecure Australians go a whole day without eating.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, single parents, low income earners, women, those who are unemployed and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are at significantly higher risk.
Food insecurity can cause a significant decline in health and emotional well-being, sense of self-worth, social relationships and overall standard of living.
Compared to the non-indigenous population, indigenous Australians are…..
4
More likely to be unemployed
3
More worse off on most indicators of poverty
12.5
More likely to be incarcerated.
Better access to education and employment opportunities makes a difference.
- Indigenous people who complete school are 14 times less likely to be imprisoned than those that do not.
- Employed Indigenous people are 20 times less likely to be imprisoned than those who are unemployed.
Our Approach
We address the root cause of hunger by harnessing the power of food to nourish minds, create opportunity and empower communities.
Provide Immediate Relief
Free meals and other services to address immediate needs of vulnerable members of society.
Training & Employment Opportunities
Training and employment to vulnerable people to provide hope, opportunity and community role models.
Connections & Community
We facilitate connections and a sense of community for sustainable, long term change.
