The NSW Coalition of Aboriginal Regional Alliances (NCARA) is made up of representatives from each Aboriginal Alliance/Assembly. They meet regularly with Aboriginal peak bodies and government stakeholders.
What does NCARA do?
NCARA works with the Australian, NSW and local governments on matters affecting Aboriginal communities across the state. It is a principal advocacy body for Aboriginal communities.
NCARA has a whole-of-community focus, not divided into separate policy or service areas.
Working together, NCARA helps shift decision-making about services from central and top-down approaches to the grassroots level.
How does NCARA work?
NCARA's key activities include:
- Advocating on issues related to policy, program delivery, and funding for Aboriginal people’s basic and essential services
- Fostering discussion and collaboration on shared issues faced by Aboriginal communities across NSW
- Identifying opportunities and potential risks concerning Aboriginal communities
- Strategic planning for the future needs of Aboriginal communities in NSW
- Supporting and collaborating with Aboriginal Alliances/Assemblies, both established and emerging
NCARA meets on a bi-monthly basis with peak bodies and government stakeholders in an effort to build and strengthen the relationships to deliver tangible outcomes for Aboriginal people across NSW.
Resources
Access factsheet, charter, strategic plan and evaluation report for NSW Coalition of Aboriginal Regional Alliances (NCARA).
Also see our page outlining Local Decision Making, including an overview of Aboriginal Alliances/Assemblies, Agreements and more details about NCARA.
Download below NCARA plans, charter and factsheets: