OUR PARTNERS AND SUPPORTERS
We’re immensely proud of the relationships we have with our various partners across Victoria, and just as grateful of the support they lend to our work. We couldn’t continue with our projects without it!
If you’d like to discuss ways in which you and your organisation can partner with Victorian Aboriginal News, contact our incredible Partnerships and Special Projects Manager, Sophie here.
National Centre for Reconciliation, Truth and Justice
The Centre explores regional and national understandings and engagements regarding reconciliation, truth, and justice, across industry, academic and community settings. Our partnership is one of collaboration focused on Victoria’s reconciliation movement(s).
Banyule City Council
The home city of VAN founder Charles Pakana, Banyule City generously provides VAN with office space in Heidelberg West and regularly contracts Charles as a speaker and MC, which is crucial in providing funding for our ongoing work.
NED Foundation
The NED Foundation has generously partnered with VAN to fully fund season 2 of our flag ship project, the Leader Tapes. The funding will enable us to continue building an important resource that captures and shares the lessons of our Elders.
Reconciliation Victoria
One of our earliest partners, Reconciliation Victoria has played an instrumental role in support of the Victorian Aboriginal News Leader Tapes project, and continually promotes our work through its own network and communications.
City of Moonee Valley
A local government authority that is doing some incredible and brave work in the reconciliation area. During the referendum the council conducted information sessions for community, and holds healing ceremonies on the 26th of January.
City of Ballarat
The home of the Eureka Stockade! We love partnering with the City of Ballarat, and work with that organisation to further promote the voices of the Traditional Owners and a growing population of residents who are First Nations.
Creative Victoria
Throughout 2022/23, Creative Victoria delivered critical funding that saw the development of series one of the VAN Leader Tapes and, through a second grant, enabled us to purchase much-needed video and audio capture and editing equipment.
What is a VAN partner?
A VAN Partner is an organisation that shares our passion for promoting the voices of the Victorian Aboriginal community.