OUR VISION
CULTURE | CONNECTION | THE VULNERABLE | SHEPHERDING
MCDASTSIC exisit to reflect the ‘voice’ of the First Nation peoples in order to bring knowledge and understanding into the community and established services, while simultaneously leading and educating services on appropriate indigenous engagement and galvanizing unity throughout the different sectors.
ABOUT US
MCDASTIC is a mob dedicated to empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Australia. We are a community-led initiative that believes in self-determination, offering a supportive space where every voice matters.
What started as a support network in 2015, we spent our free time supporting First Nations families find the right support they needed for their life circumstances. We did this off our back, receiving our first round of funding in 2021. From there we have gone from strength to strength with a growing team who have a heart to see our mob thrive. Our approach is rooted in love. We walk alongside individuals and families, providing counseling, education, and prioritising child safety. Our commitment extends to breaking barriers, building strong and safe families, and fostering resilient individuals. We are a steadfast support system for those facing challenging life circumstances, and a space to empower and encourage our existing and future generations.
With a focus on inclusivity, we provide NDIS support, facilitate referral processes, and ensure awareness of available services within our community. As an organisation, we bridge gaps, working tirelessly to address the missing elements within the systems.
Our impact is not confined to a specific region; we reach across Australia, with a special connection to Butchulla Country. We celebrate the rich Butchulla culture and collaborate with local mob to support, and empower. Our target audience includes all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, elders, young adults, and children. Together, we envision and actively work towards a future where every individual and community thrives.
We believe the Lord's hands hold us up in our mission, and together we thrive.
CULTURE
CONNECTION
Working respectfully with TO’s, Elders and First Nation peoples in conjunctions with service providers for shared outcomes.
Amplifying the ‘voice’ of First Nation people to improve relationships within community and across sectors.
SHEPHERDING
THE VULNERABLE
Advocating for those First Nation people in need of change
Protecting, leading, teaching and mentoring First Nation People into sustainable cultural practice
MEET OUR MOB
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Samantha Bond
Social Healing Program Team Leader
Our Services
Have a look at the deadly services that we offer here at MCDATSIC!
Ghundu's Djinang Djaa
(Connected Beginnings)
Ghundu’s Djinang Djaa – Connected Beginnings Maryborough is a community-led program walking alongside our mob from pregnancy right through to 5 years old. Through culture, connection, and community, we’re all about giving our children a strong start to school.
H.I.P.P.Y
(Home Interactive Program for Parents & Youngsters)
HIPPY at MCDATSIC is a family-led early learning program supporting our mob and their little ones to learn and grow together at home. It builds confidence, strong parenting, and helps kids get ready for school in a culturally safe, supportive way.
S.I.L.S
(Semi Independent Living Service)
SILS Program at MCDATSIC supports young people to build life skills, independence and confidence as they transition into adult life. Our S.I.L.S Program also aims to connect young people to their culture to build strong foundations in their identity.
Goomurri Boxing Program
Goomurri Boxing is a community boxing program that uses the power of boxing to boost physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing for mob. Also building self-discipline, confidence, and strength, and bringing people together in a safe, supportive space for growth, connection and good health.
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Fostering & Kinship Care
Foster and Kinship Care program supports children and young people to stay safe and connected to family, culture and community. We work to strengthen family ties and find culturally safe spaces for the child to grow in.
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Delegated Authority
Delegated Authority Program supports our mob by bringing decision-making about child safety and family wellbeing into community hands. Under this program, certain child protection decisions are made by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders who understand culture and have the best interest for our children.
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