A statement of intent signed by TAFE Western and its Aboriginal Community Reference Group on June 5 is aimed at improving education opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal people.
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The statement commits to ensuring a wide range of training opportunities for Aboriginal people as well as the identification of employment opportunities to boost the region's skill development in crucial industries.
"TAFE Western works collaboratively with Aboriginal people to improve educational, economic and social outcomes. This is a continual process. This Statement is just one way we are staying connected to the needs of our local customers," TAFE Western director Kate Baxter said.
The NSW TAFE Commission Board, who act as advisers to the Education Minister, were in Dubbo for the signing and were pleased to see the challenges and opportunities in rural and regional communities first hand.
Ms Baxter said the initiative would have widespread benefits for the region.
"This Statement of Intent sees TAFE NSW respond to changing customer needs and continue to improve participation rates for disadvantaged groups. Well trained, job-ready people will keep this crucial area thriving," Ms Baxter said.
"We know TAFE NSW has a vital role to play in this region's growth."
TAFE Western is the Institute servicing the western region of NSW and is the single largest provider of Vocational Education and Training for Aboriginal people in Australia with close to 7000 students each year.
