CareerTrackers

In celebration of the 15th anniversary of CareerTrackers, we produced a film and report to highlight the incredible stories of the CareerTrackers community, showcasing the collective journey of First Nations students, interns, alumni, and corporate partners. As we mark this significant milestone, they reflect on shared achievements, the strength of partnerships, and the deep sense of community that makes that surrounds the program. To access the report and film go to: https://lnkd.in/gwbRyRfa #Celebrating15Years #Blakexcellence

It’s our birthday, CareerTrackers is celebrating 15 years of excellence! ⁠ Keep your eyes peeled for our 15 year story throughout the week and across November.⁠ ⁠ #BlakExcellence #Celebrating15years #TheFutureisFirstNations #Anniversary⁠

Twelve months on from the referendum and my heart still aches for the opportunity lost.. However, we must remember that the key principles of the Uluru Statement from the Heart - Voice, Treaty and Truth - remain as true today as they did in May 2017. In the absence of a national voice, we must still work to increase First Nations perspectives in decision-making, improve working relationships with First Nations communities, and listen to the truth being told. First Nations people have been on the journey to recognition and systemic reform for many decades, and the time for a national conversation will come again. I am forever grateful to have been able to contribute to the First Nations Voice movement and to have met so many incredible people along the way. Sending love and strength to all those hurting today 🖤 💛 ❤️ #StillYes #UluruStatement #VoiceTreatyTruth

It's Indigenous Business Month, and we are celebrating by highlighting the achievements of some of our entrepreneurial alumni. CareerTrackers alumni Tara Croker is a proud Wiradjuri yinaa and founder of Yaala Sparkling, a range of delicious, healthy drinks that combine flavours that represent the different lands of our Country. Her vision to "respectfully share and bring to life the ancient flavours of our land in a modern drink for everyone to enjoy and have a conversation over", has resulted in a successful business that is making a positive impact on the environment and the community by helping to preserve and share First Nations culture and knowledge. "When I started to notice non-Indigenous businesses using native plant knowledge in their products, I then discovered Indigenous representation in the native food supply chain is less than 2%. The fire in me was lit to turn the tables and show up in this space. Blak businesses start with a collective, sustainable and community driven approach. This is more than a drink - it represents participation, equity and self determination." #TheFutureisFirstNations #blakexcellence #IndigenousBusinessMonth #IBM2024 #MakingOurMark

CareerTrackers is thrilled to announce that the Young Indigenous Women's STEM Academy - an initiative we deliver with CSIRO - picked up the Public Sector Excellence Award and the First Nations Change Maker Award at the 27th Women in Tech (WiT) Awards on Friday at the Royal International Convention Centre Brisbane. We celebrated this amazing achievement with some of our amazing interns and alumni Tahnee Towers, Chloe Radoll, Sabrina Koina and Greta Stephensen. Thank you to the CareerTrackers and CSIRO staff who make this program possible, and to all of our hardworking interns. #WiTawards2024 #WomeninSTEM #TheFutureisFirstNations

A note below from Alice Currie, MIBL CFB Board Observer Last year, the Committee for Brisbane embarked on a journey to increase First Nations representation in boardrooms. Partnering with Deloitte and CareerTrackers the First Nations Board Observer Project was launched. The aim of the project was to provide a platform for talented First Nations individuals to gain invaluable experience, build confidence, and contribute their unique perspectives to corporate governance. Over the past year, the observers have made significant strides. They have not only enriched the boards but also made a positive impact towards diversity in leadership. We extend our sincere gratitude to our partners and sponsor organisations Healthy Land & Water, Aurecon and Preston Campbell Foundation for their unwavering support and to our dedicated observers for their participation. This project has been a resounding success, and we look forward to working with our First Nations Advisory Group on more opportunities for First Nations people to thrive in corporate leadership. Thank you to everyone involved in this project Jen Williams, David Hertweck, Bridget G., Cameron Costello, Olivia Spadina, Mike Kissane, Jason Milton, Ann-Maree Long, Bek Lasky, Carrie Sailor (Orcher), Julie McLellan, Daniel Kapeen, Cassandra Packer, Alex Dyball, Dr Caroline Riot #FirstNationsLeadership #DiversityandInclusion #BoardRoomRepresentation #CommitteeForBrisbane

Last week our team had the opportunity to proudly represent CareerTrackers at the GO Foundation's 15th Anniversary Sydney Culture Connect Days, held at the beautiful Taronga Zoological Park! We met and connected with two of our winter interns, Zenae Powell and Taine Woodford, who shared their insights on university and careers with the students. Zenae said she enjoyed connecting with GO staff and students, and her favourite part of the day was when a magpie decided to join the event. “Magpies are my personal totem and the fact the magpie flew in the building and stayed at our table made me feel that it was going to be a good day and that we were protected.” It was truly a beautiful day filled with meaningful conversations, culture and connections! #TheFutureIsFirstNations #GoFoundation #Blakexcellence

At our annual Staff Gathering event today, our team of keen readers marked Indigenous Literacy Day by sharing book recommendations. Some of our favourites include: - Edenglassie by Melissa Lucashenko - Black Witness by Amy McQuire  - Growing up Aboriginal in Australia, edited by Anita Heiss - Yalanya by Don Brady  - Strength Basing, Empowering and Regenerating Indigenous Knowledge Education by John Davis Happy reading everyone! #ILD2024 #IndigenousLiteracyDay #blakexcellence 

CareerTrackers would like to welcome Bek Lasky to the team as the Alumni Program Manager. Bek is a proud Wakaya woman who was born and raised on the lands of the Wadawurrung people in Geelong. Over the last few years Bek has been living in Garamilla/Darwin and now Meanjin/Brisbane. Bek is joining the organisation after her most recent role as CEO of Ngarrimili, an Aboriginal led non-profit organisation nurturing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business and entrepreneurship opportunities. Bek wanted to join CareerTrackers as she was a CareerTrackers intern herself in 2019, so is familiar with the organisation. She believes her internship was pivotal in her career journey and was a great starting point for important learnings and experiences. Over the last few years she has been following the journey of the organisation and is really excited to be working with an organisation doing great, impactful work. Bek is excited to connect with the community of 1300+ alumni at CareerTrackers and support the development of alumni specific programs. #TheFutureisFirstNations #Blakexcellence

Ready to ignite your dream career, join the CareerTrackers Program for the opportunity to accelerate your career journey ⁠ ⁠ 📆 Registration are currently open to join our Summer Program⁠ ⁠ ☀️ Summer Internships commence 18 November 2024 to 7 February 2025 (may vary depending on university break)⁠ ⁠ 🎒Our Internship Program⁠ - Connects First Nations Students multi-year paid internships aligned with your studies⁠ - Is in Partnerships with over 150 employment partners⁠ - Access to scholarship funding for the duration of your internship⁠ - Career Coaching and mentoring from trained Student Advisors⁠ - Learning and development opportunities⁠ - Connecting with other First Nations Students and alumni⁠ ⁠ To register your interest or join the program visit https://lnkd.in/daCNqbJ9