Victoria, Australia

Aboriginal community projects that transfer cultural knowledge to young people will be showcased in a new Victorian Coalition Government initiative.

The Cultural Strengths Initiative will support the showcasing of up to 20 Aboriginal community cultural projects across Victoria by funding the making of short films and the mentoring of young filmmakers.

Minister for Aboriginal Affairs Jeanette Powell announced the initiative and invited Expressions of Interest for eligible projects to be filmed.

“The Cultural Strengths Initiative will celebrate community activities that strengthen cultural identity and connection for young Aboriginal people,” Mrs Powell said.

“We want to showcase the important achievements of Aboriginal communities and organisations delivering innovative projects and facilitate the sharing of knowledge between organizations and communities,” she added.