Join the Academy
Munarra Academy
Pathways
For First Nations young people age 15 to 26
Join for free 12 months Yorta Yorta Country, Goulburn Valley
1. Explore
We discover who you are, what you like, the things you’re good at and your hopes for the future.
How it works
2. Plan
We work with you to shape your career goals and create practical steps to build the career you want.
3. Connect
Meet the people, educators and employers who can help you take your next step. Your future starts now.
4. Grow
Build confidence, skills and experience with support that continues as your pathway develops.
Member benefits
Ongoing access to a Munarra mentor
Personalised goal assessment
Tailored career pathway plan
Access to training, skills & development
Connections to employers looking to hire
Support with résumés, applications, interviews
Munarra Academy gives you access to education, training and employment.
Depending on your goals, you might explore one of these, all of these, or a combination at different times.
Different pathways to explore
Education
Build resilience, confidence, and a strong mindset to support your personal and career growth.
Training
Develop practical skills through focused sessions designed to prepare you for employment opportunities.
Employment
Connect with partner employers and industry networks to support your pathway into work.
Meet Jarrod…
Your Munarra Academy Pathways lead
Proud Yorta Yorta man, Jarrod Atkinson-Walker brings vast experience in First Nations recruitment and career pathway design. Jarrod knows how to create real opportunities for young people in culturally supportive workplaces and learning environments.
Your questions answered
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Joining Munarra Academy is free but there may be costs for courses, travel, equipment and other things you need to do. We'll work this out with you and let you know about any financial assistance you can ask for.
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That depends on your personalised pathway plan. Employment, traineeships and apprenticeships are paid opportunities. The pay, hours and conditions vary depending on the role. All this will be explained to you before you agree.
Courses, learning opportunities and work placements are usually not paid. In many cases there may be costs for education and training. We'll work this out with you and let you know about any financial assistance you can ask for.
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No. Becoming a Munarra Academy member gives you access to tools and opportunities for work and education. You'll still need to meet the requirements of our partner employers and educators. Munarra Academy is here to help give you the best chance of success.
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Yes. You don't need all the answers, that’s why we’re here. We’ll explore your options together and identify future opportunities in line with your interests and strengths.
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Yes. Munarra listens and understands what matters to you so we can support you in a culturally safe and respectful way. Your career pathway is shaped around your needs and we work with employers and educators to create supportive environments to work and learn.
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Yes, Munarra Academy is for young people at any stage. You might still be at school or uni, doing training or in the workforce—or you may not be studying or working at all.
If you want to work out your next steps, there’s a pathway that’s right for you. We offer mentoring, career development and learning to support you in a way that works for you.
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No problem, we can find ways to support you. This may mean helping to improve your skills or doing things in a way that suits your abilities.
Munarra Academy
Pathways
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