NASCA is a 100% Aboriginal-governed organisation dedicated to achieving equity and strengthening cultural pride for young First Nations people.
NASCA's programs improve outcomes for Indigenous young people, especially in school attendance and year 12 attainment.
Since our founding in 1995, NASCA has worked with over 12,000 young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.
We run programs in 31 schools across NSW, the NT and WA, supporting over 2000 First Nations students to connect to culture and realise their aspirations.
Our Purpose is to build the confidence of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people to take opportunities and fulfil their potential.
Our Vision is of a proud, prosperous, healthy Australia where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people thrive.
In Schools, NASCA staff provide opportunities and experiences for our students including: workshops to strengthen connection to culture and build wellbeing and resilience, comprehensive in-class support, Traditional Indigenous Games (TIG), pick-ups and drop-offs, breakfast programs and before and after school activities.
Out of school, we also run excursions, school holiday activities, awards programs, camps and internships.
Enrolling is easy. Just fill out a form that you can pick up from the NASCA team at your school.
www.nasca.org.au