The Australian Indigenous Governance Institute (AIGI)

AIGI is an independent, Indigenous-led centre for governance knowledge and excellence. We connect Indigenous Australians to world-class governance practice, resources and professional development to meet their self-determined governance needs.

 

We envision a future Australia where Indigenous peoples, communities and nations can pursue and exercise their right to self-determination and economic development through strong self-governance.

 

We work alongside Indigenous peoples in their efforts to determine and strengthen their own sustainable systems of self-governance.

 

Our People. Our Governance. Our Way.

 

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Latest resources

Our extensive collection of practical online resources for Indigenous organisations is designed to strengthen your practices at all stages of the governance lifecycle.

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Dec 13 2024
The Waltja Way
Waltja Tjutangku Palyapayi Aboriginal Corporation has an innovative governance approach – wh...
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Nov 16 2016
Waltja women in governance
Waltja Tjutangku Palyapayi Aboriginal Corporation’s directors are Indigenous women from remo...
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Oct 10 2023
NPY Women’s Council's Law and Culture meetings
Every year, NPY Women’s Council (NPYWC) host a Law & Culture meeting At these meeti...
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Dec 11 2012
Succession planning at NPY Women's Council
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers should be aware that this video may contain imag...
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Dec 09 2024
Embedding culture at Yappera
Yappera Children’s Service recognises that culture forms the foundation of children’s...
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Nov 27 2024
Service delivery the Malparara Way
NPY Women’s Council (NPYWC) has an approach known locally as the Malparara Way Malparara...
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Nov 27 2024
Succession planning at ALPA – Emerging Leaders Program
The Arnhem Land Progress Aboriginal Corporation (ALPA) focus on succession planning through th...

Professional development

 

As a not-for profit Indigenous-led organisation, we understand the challenges organisations face to meet their governance obligations. We also know that impact is increased when organisations focus on creating solutions that are culturally legitimate, evolving, customised and accountable.

 

We’re here to help you with our tailored professional development. Our friendly team works closely with you to design and run training that meets your specific needs, environment and resources.

 

Learn about our professional development

Professional development events
Throughout the year we run informative events focusing on key governance topics.
Understanding Indigenous Data Sovereignty
Nov 11 2026
Understanding Indigenous Data Sovereignty

To help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander corporations understand what Data Sovereignty means and why it matters...

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Grant Writing Part 2 Strengthening your application (Foundational)
Oct 14 2026
Grant Writing Part 2 Strengthening your application (Foundational)

Take your grant writing skills to the next level! In this 2-hour practical session, we’ll focus on developing stronger proposals...

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Leading from the Chair – Pt 3 of 3
Oct 07 2026
Leading from the Chair – Pt 3 of 3

This session explores the Chairperson’s role in leading strong, culturally grounded governance...

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Running Effective and Culturally Respectful meeting – Pt 2 of 3
Sep 23 2026
Running Effective and Culturally Respectful meeting – Pt 2 of 3

Let us help you build confidence and practical skills in participating board meetings...

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Plan and Prep for your meetings Pt1 of 3 – Meeting Management
Sep 09 2026
Plan and Prep for your meetings Pt1 of 3 – Meeting Management

Let us help you build confidence and practical skills in participating board meetings...

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Indigenous Peoples and AI: Defending Rights, Shaping Futures
Aug 12 2026
Indigenous Peoples and AI: Defending Rights, Shaping Futures

This engaging session will feature inspiring guest speakers from diverse Indigenous cultures, exploring how artificial intelligence intersects with Indigenous rights and futures...

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Walking the Path to Your First Board Role: Culturally Grounded Governance
Jul 15 2026
Walking the Path to Your First Board Role: Culturally Grounded Governance

We'll explore Two-Way governance and how to balance cultural obligation with corporate responsibilities in this webinar...

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Start the Grant Writing Process (Foundational)
May 13 2026
Start the Grant Writing Process (Foundational)

This practical webinar is perfect for anyone wanting to build confidence and skills in securing funding for their projects...

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Reading and Interpreting Financial Reports Pt 2 (Foundational)
Apr 01 2026
Reading and Interpreting Financial Reports Pt 2 (Foundational)

Build your confidence in understanding what financial reports really say about your organisation’s performance...

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Understanding the Financial Board Environment – Part 1
Mar 04 2026
Understanding the Financial Board Environment – Part 1

Foundation-level session that helps board members build confidence in their financial and legal responsibilities...

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Leadership in Action: Indigenous Women on Boards – IWD special webinar
Mar 04 2026
Leadership in Action: Indigenous Women on Boards – IWD special webinar

This empowering webinar celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women’s leadership, the value of lived experience, and the importance of creating spaces where women uplift and support one another...

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Governance reviews

 

We can review your organisation’s cultural and corporate governance to help you implement effective, practical policies and strategies. Our reviews are comprehensive and independent, and we can support your organisation to make improvements.

 

Learn more about our advisory services

AIGI is transforming corporate governance to bring Indigenous ways of thinking, being and knowing to the mainstream.

(Participant, AIGI Impact Study, 2022)

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