EMPOWERING PEOPLE. HEALING COMMUNITY. INSPIRING CHANGE.

Oyster Tribe Aboriginal Corporation (OTAC) is a registered Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation under ORIC. Established to address economic and social challenges affecting Aboriginal communities in regional NSW, OTAC began with a strong focus on supporting the Dubbo community.

Through culturally safe mentoring, youth programs, community activities and partnerships, we inspire people, strengthen culture, support healing and create positive pathways for lasting change.

OUR ESTEEMED PARTNERS, DEDICATED TO EMPOWERING THE ABORIGINAL COMMUNITY AND FOSTERING POSITIVE CHANGE.

Community Culture Inclusion

Socio-Economic Outcomes for Connection to Culture and Country

Closing the Gap For our people

Our primary goal and objective are to make a significant impact on the well-being of our younger generation and improve the lifeways of our people on land and sea, all while preserving and nurturing our language and culture through education and storytelling.

OTAC’s organisational goals are centered around the 17 Priority Reforms, targeting socio-economic outcomes within the Indigenous community. We do so by fostering partnerships with various organizations, all working together toward the common goal of advancing Aboriginal communities in regional NSW.

"The World is an Oyster, Let's find your Pearl"

Our main purpose is to support our people in healing from the past and building towards the future.

Provide high-quality access to health, community, and other services that benefit the physical, spiritual, emotional, and economic well-being of Aboriginal Communities and their families.
Demonstrate strong and effective leadership by promoting the Aboriginal perspective on health and well-being in regional NSW and the wider community.
Ensure the full participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their representative bodies in addressing the community's needs.
Establish strong partnerships with organisations and government bodies, and listen to our community elders to develop and deliver community-focused projects.
Support children and young people to feel safe, valued and connected by providing culturally appropriate mentoring, positive activities and opportunities that build confidence, strengthen identity and create pathways.
Maintain effective Aboriginal cultural governance, corporate management, and financial accountability to support sustainable growth and longevity.

Our 5 Focus Areas

The “Closing the Gap” initiative is dedicated to enhancing the lives of Aboriginal people and eliminating deep-seated inequalities. Oyster Tribe goals addressing 17 socio-economic outcomes in various domains. These encompass health, education, justice, families, housing, land and water, languages and culture, digital inclusion, and, in NSW, additional priority reform related to economic prosperity.

Our strategic goals are aligned with working towards a better future for the Aboriginal people in regional NSW. Our priority areas of focus are tailored towards advancing Aboriginal people, language, culture, and innovation.

Health and Well-being

Provide quality access to cultural appropriate community programs to benefit the physical, spiritual, emotional welling of Aboriginal community.

Secure And Affordable Housing

Advocate to access appropriate housing solutions to reduce homelessness, and advocate for accessible housing for people.

First Nations Justice Reinvestment

The Oyster Tribe supports Aboriginal communities in developing cultural appropriate solutions and implementing strategies to reduce interactions with the criminal justice system, fostering a stronger future.

Education & Training

Deliver community educational cultural programs with a focus on helping our young generation excel in community.

CHILD PROTECTION ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT

We are dedicated to offering holistic, culturally safe, child and family focused advocacy services in Aboriginal communities in regional NSW, providing support for children, young people, and their families.

Principles We LIve By

Our Mission

Deliver quality and culturally appropriate support services and programs to address social inequalities, enhance health and well-being, and cater to the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people throughout regional NSW.

Our Vision

A strong and connected future where our people are empowered through country, culture and storytelling, and every person has the opportunity to belong, thrive and create lasting change for generations to come.