Community Development Program (CDP)
Empowering Communities, Creating Opportunities
GEBIE’s Community Development Program (CDP) delivers essential employment and training services to nearly 700 community members across Angurugu, Umbakumba, and Milyakburra. We are committed to supporting Jobseekers with tailored programs that enhance skills, promote economic participation, and create sustainable employment pathways.
A Proven Track Record
GEBIE CDP is recognised as a high performing provider, consistently ranked in the top 5% of all CDP Providers by the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA). Our strong results reflect our commitment to delivering meaningful employment outcomes and fostering long-term economic opportunities for our communities.
Our Services
- Case Management Services
Connecting individuals with allied health and relevant support services to address personal and employment-related barriers. - Work-Ready Initiatives
Access to vocational and non-vocational training across our sites to build skills and improve employability. - Monthly Driver Training & Education
Helping participants gain their driver’s license, a critical step toward securing employment. - Workshops & Event Days
Engaging activities that develop essential skills and encourage participation in the workforce. - Recruitment & Employment Support
Connecting jobseekers with employers and providing intensive Post-Placement Support to ensure long-term success.
GEBIE CDP is Evolving!
Over the past two years, we have expanded our services through innovative Workforce Development Projects, including:
The GEBIE Next Generation Project – Supporting Groote Eylandt youth aged 16-25 to build skills and gain employment.
Community Work Crews – Providing opportunities in Angurugu and Umbakumba for community members to undertake paid employment while upskilling and working on projects valued by the community.
Community Projects – supporting participants to complete mandated Community Work Orders.
Further Paid Employment Pathways – Creating real jobs in the Hospitality, Administration and Construction sectors.
Looking ahead this year, we anticipate delivering an enhanced service model under a new Remote Employment Services contract, expanding initiatives that drive participation, employment, and economic development for all communities across the Groote Archipelago.
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