Yaama (Hello) Glen,

Please circulate via your networks.

Gomeroi Education and Training (GET) and the Gomeroi Dance Company (GDC) deliver the Barranggirra – Mentoring and Post Training Pathway Program to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Apprentices, Trainees, School-Based Trainees and Learners who have recently completed a part qualification in the New England Region.

Learners will receive culturally appropriate mentoring support to ensure successful retention and completion of training and improved employment outcomes.

We act as a referral and advocacy service, linking learners with relevant agencies to access support. Below are some of the areas for support:

• Access learning support

• Support to access health and wellbeing services

• Explore financial opportunities (Abstudy, Trade Incentives, Student loans, assistance for Travel, Accommodation and Relocation and Scholarships)

• Post training pathways and employment services

For more information about the program, please visit the Barranggirra – Skilling for Employment Initiative website at https://education.nsw.gov.au/skills-nsw/apprentices-and-trainees/support-and-services/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-peoples/barranggirra

If you support a learner who would benefit from mentoring. Either complete the EOI https://gomeroieducation.com/barranggirra/ and a mentor will contact the learner. Alternately, please complete one of the referrals attached.

Gaba nginda (Good- you/Thank you),

Kelli Allan | Education and Training Advisor/Mentor – Barranggirra Program | New England

Gomeroi Education and Training (GET) Pty Ltd

E: kelli.allan@gomeroieducation.com  

M: 0468 519 334

W: https://gomeroieducation.com

GET is a registered provider of Barranggirra – Aboriginal skilling for Employment Initiative

Gomeroi Education and Training (GET) would like to acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community.

We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, we acknowledge their strength, wisdom and desire to create a stronger future for generations to come.