About Us
Who are Ngunya Jarjum?
Ngunya Jarjum was established in 1995 by Bundjalung ELDERS and community members to address the crisis and need for more Aboriginal kinship and foster carers. We strive to keep Aboriginal children in family, on Country and immersed in culture.
The organisation has grown from a small Aboriginal foster care support agency to one of the largest Aboriginal community controlled designated agencies under the NSW Office of Children’s Guardian. We are tasked to provide culturally appropriate care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in statutory out of home care. We work within the Bundjalung Nation encompassing the Clarence, Richmond and Tweed Valley areas.
Ngunya Jarjum is governed by a board of non-executive Aboriginal directors, and supported by a membership of Aboriginal people who are predominantly of Bundjalung descent. We support over 140 Aboriginal children and young people in statutory out of home care. We have a carer pool of almost 115. Ngunya Jarjum areon one the largest Aboriginal employers in the non-government sector of Northern NSW.
Our Vision
A connected, culturally rich and thriving community where Ngunya Jarjum support our local families to nurture their children, raise them on country, and preserve our culture and strength into the future.
Our Values
Culture
We lead with culture in our practice.
Child Centred
Everything we do is in the best interests of our jarjums.
Community Centred
We work to meet community needs and aspirations.
Family Led
Families participate in and lead decision making where possible.
Gan Ngaa Lee La
We pay attention, listen deeply and take time.
Teamwork
Our staff are dedicated to reaching the highest standards
in their work. They are highly valued and supported in
their wellbeing and careers
