In addition to representing the rights of Traditional Owners in relation to native title, and land access, YMAC also work on projects to create a strong future for people and Country.
Our Caring for Country program helps Traditional Owners with the protection of sites, and assists in the planning of Natural Resource Management (NRM) projects on their Country.
Natural Resource Management (NRM) describes environmental activities including flora and fauna conservation, land and sea management. Aboriginal people have a unique perspective on NRM through their relationship with Country, which is based on customary law and passed from generation to generation.
Economic and Business Development creates community-based enterprises and assists Traditional Owners with economic development initiatives. We help groups to identify their aspirations assist with the development of business ideas, plans and job placement.
| Cris Olegario | |
| Business Development Officer (Pilbara) | |
| T (08) 9172 5433 | |
| colegario@ymac.org.au |
Community Development projects assist groups to identify needs, goals and aspirations. This includes working to develop project plans and corporate structures for the management of their communities. YMAC also works with Local, State and Commonwealth agencies, resources companies and other organisations on future community development.
| Donna Murdock | Peter Jeffries |
| Yamatji Regional Manager | Pilbara Regional Manager |
| T (08) 9965 6222 | T (08) 9172 5433 |