The Trustee For Mg Community Foundation

The Trustee For Mg Community Foundation is a charitable trust established to support the Miriuwung and Gajerrong (MG) people, the native title holders of large areas in the East Kimberley region of Western Australia. It plays a vital role in managing funds and resources aimed at enhancing the social, cultural, and economic well-being of the MG community.

Mission and Vision

The foundation’s mission is to provide assistance that strengthens the MG community by promoting education, community development, and the preservation of MG law and culture. Its vision is to foster a healthy, culturally rich, and economically sustainable future for MG people, ensuring that their heritage and environment are protected for generations to come.

Main Objectives

• Support education and community development initiatives that empower MG people.
• Promote and preserve MG art, law, and culture through targeted programs and activities.
• Provide relief from poverty, disadvantage, sickness, or affliction within the community.
• Protect the natural environment in a culturally sensitive manner.
• Continue the work of the Ord Enhancement Scheme by managing funds for social and economic development.

Benefiting Groups

The primary beneficiaries are the MG people, including men, women, elders, and youth who reside on traditional lands or community living areas. The foundation also supports various Dawang groups—traditional land or estate groups—ensuring that assistance reaches all sectors of the MG community.

Types of Services and Activities

• Issuing grants to support educational scholarships and training programs.
• Funding cultural activities such as men’s, women’s, and whaling practices that sustain MG law and heritage.
• Supporting community development projects that improve health, housing, and social infrastructure.
• Managing environmental conservation efforts on MG lands.
• Providing financial assistance to alleviate disadvantage and sickness within the community.

Through these focused efforts, the Trustee for Mg Community Foundation contributes significantly to building a resilient and thriving MG community, honouring their culture while fostering sustainable growth.