Useful Links
The Aboriginal Services Directory lists South Australian organisations supporting Aboriginal children and young people and their families. If your life is in danger, phone 000 (triple zero).
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Domestic Violence Crisis Line
The Domestic Violence Crisis Line is a 24/7 crisis counselling support and referral for women and children to safe accommodation.
- Phone: 1800 800 098
Homeless Connect SA
Homeless Connect SA, is a 24/7 state-wide telephone service for anyone experiencing homelessness in South Australia. Available anytime as a free call to help you find information and a direct referral to homelessness services.
- Phone: 1800 003 308
Emergency Services
- Phone: 000
Adults Supporting Kids (ASK)
A self-service website for adults concerned about the safety or wellbeing of a child, young person, or family. Find resources and services in your area, use the selfservice Just ASK tool, or seek help through Chat (9:00 am to 5:00 pm weekdays).
1800 RESPECT
A national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for anyone who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault, including young people. Phone line is open 24 hours.
- Phone: 1800 737 732
Parent Helpline South Australia
Parent Helpline gives advice on child health and parenting. Phone line is open 24 hours.
- Phone: 1300 364 100
Child Abuse Report Line
Phone this services if you think a child may be at risk of violence, abuse or neglect, including Female Genital Cutting, or early or forced marriage. Phone line is open 24 hours.
- Phone: 13 14 78
Kids Helpline
Phone and online support for children and young people up to 25 years, including about becoming a parent. Online chat is available. Phone line is open 24 hours.
- Phone: 1800 55 1800
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue is there to help anyone who feels sad or worried. Information in many languages. Phone line open 24 hours.
- Phone: 1300 224 636
MensLine Australia
Talk to a male counsellor about wellbeing, relationships, dealing with anger and keeping your family safe. Phone, online and video chat. Phone line is open 24 hours.
- Phone: 1300 78 99 78
Link-Up (Nunkuwarrin Yunti of South Australia)
Family tracing, reunion and counselling services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families who have been separated under the past policies and practices of the Australian Government. Assistance is also provided to people over the age of 18 years who have been adopted, fostered or raised in institutions.
- Phone: 8406 1600
Aboriginal Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies
For information, support and a range of resources to help with researching your family history.
- Phone: 1800 352 553
SA Museum
Has several resources, including:
Tandanya National Aboriginal Cultural Institute
Provides access to contemporary and traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural expressions through the visual and performing arts.
- Phone: 8224 3200
Kura Yerlo Incorporated – Seaton SA
Kura Yerlo Incorporated provides culturally focused childcare and opportunities to be involved in the local community through participation in groups. and forums.
- Phone: 8449 7367
Kalaya Children’s Centre – Queenstown SA
Provides culturally focussed preschool and early learning opportunities. May also be able to assist families during times of crisis.
- Phone: 8447 6519
Kaurna Plains Children’s Centre – Elizabeth SA
Provides culturally focussed preschool, playgroups. May also be able to assist families during times of crisis.
- Phone: 8252 5936
Taikurrendi Children and Family Centre – Christies Beach SA
Provides preschool and occasional care, playgroups and access to child health nurses and speech pathology for children. May also be able to assist families during times of crisis.
- Phone: 8186 1102
Tauondi Aboriginal Community College – Port Adelaide
Is an Aboriginal college providing education, training and employment services.
- Phone: 8240 0300
Indigenous Youth Mobility Program
The Indigenous Youth Mobility Pathways Project (IYMP) is funded through the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA). Career Employment Australia (CEA) proudly delivers the IYMP in 7 locations across Australia. IYMP is an innovative project which supports young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from regional and remote communities across the nation to Dream, Learn and Lead.
- Phone: 0403 575 264
Disadvantaged Young People Grants
You can search for grants available to young people living in South Australia on the business.gov.au website.
The Commonwealth Scholarships
Program provides support to eligible Indigenous higher education students with the general costs of study and support where they have had to move from a rural or remote area in order to study.
Government schools
Some government schools offer scholarships or awards that are usually sponsored by an organisation to help cover the cost of specific educational activities. In most cases it is for students already attending the school. Talk to the principal to find out more.
In addition the STEM scholarship for high school students is available for students to pursue mathematics and science subjects
Rural and regional students
The Commonwealth Rural and Regional Enterprise Scholarships (RRES) program helps Australians in regional and remote areas to access higher education. It supports people studying from Certificate IV through to PhD level.
Vocational education and training (VET)
The Commonwealth Scholarships Program for Young Australians provides scholarships for young Australians from select regions to undertake an eligible VET qualification.
Grandparents for Grandchildren
Provides support to grandparents and other kinship carers who may be struggling with the complexities of caring for their grandchildren.
- Phone: 8212 1937
Carer Support – Aboriginal Support Program
Helps people deal with the unique challenges of unpaid caring roles.
- Phone: 8329 5888
Child and Family Health Service (CaFHS)
CaFHS is a free service for babies and children up to 5 years. Nurses can help with children’s health, eating, sleeping and development. Some CaFHS sites have Aboriginal workers you can speak to. Hours: 9.00 am to 4.30 pm, Monday to Friday.
- Phone: 1300 733 606
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Family Input
Family Group Conferences provide an opportunity for a child and their family to come up with their own arrangements to ensure the care of the child. Information is available on the following links
