Aspire Community

Who we are.

Aspire Community is an ACNC-registered charity driven by a mission to empower, support, and advance under-represented community groups, focusing particularly on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young women and girls across Northern Australia. Leveraging sport as a powerful tool for social change, we aim to enhance opportunities in education, employment, and empowerment. Our initiatives provide essential support and create inclusive spaces where young people can thrive and overcome barriers to their well-being and professional futures.

Guided by a dedicated Board of Directors and led by a dynamic CEO, Aspire Community is propelled forward by individuals who volunteer their time, expertise, and resources to achieve our strategic goals. Our team, enriched by staff with lived experiences, is committed to delivering impactful initiatives that pave the way for the young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to reach their full potential.

What we do.

At Aspire Community, we believe in the power of active engagement in sport, education, and leadership as the catalyst for youth to explore their dreams, talents, and potential. Our programs are thoughtfully designed to provide capacity-building, mentoring and wellness-supported activities that foster inclusive and safe environments. By participating in these initiatives, young people can access opportunities that honour their cultural backgrounds while promoting the principles of "LIVE, LEARN, LEAD WELL."

We are driven by a vision of collaborative community partnership, ensuring that every aspect of our work is accessible and impactful. Through these efforts, we aim to empower young individuals to achieve their potential, creating leaders and innovators today, and in future.

Our focus.

  • Creating Opportunities

    Fostering an environment that nurtures growth, learning, and exploration, we open doors to educational, professional, and personal opportunities. We recognise sport as a positive vehicle for driving these outcomes.

  • Empowering Youth

    Empowerment extends beyond providing resources; it builds confidence, resilience, and agency. By empowering young individuals, they gain the ability to shape their destinies and make positive societal contributions.

  • Tomorrow’s Leaders

    By cultivating youth creativity, critical thinking, and leadership skills, we are nurturing a generation poised to drive innovation, advocate for justice, and spearhead positive transformations.

  • Community Partners

    Collaboration with community partners allows us to leverage collective strengths. Our strong commitment to this teamwork enables us to tackle challenges, share knowledge, and forge sustainable solutions together.

  • Celebrating Diversity

    Embracing diversity strengthens us. By celebrating our different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives, this supports reconciliation, breaks down barriers, and builds bridges of understanding, enhancing community cohesion.

  • Self Betterment

    Personal growth is an ongoing pursuit. At Aspire Community, we encourage individuals to strive for excellence, overcome challenges, and continually evolve, inspiring others to embark on similar journeys of self-improvement.

  • "I love seeing the joy young people experience when they engage as part of a hockey team for the first time. Being their mentor, helping to celebrate these firsts with them and breaking down barriers actually gave me the confidence to begin playing an additional new sport: Australian Football League! Recently I played hockey against one of my Aspire students whom I had mentored through many challenges, and who had found a way not just to play, but to play at the highest local level as a teenager…it was an unforgettable experience."

    — Jess (Aspire Mentor and Ambassador)

  • "My most empowering experience playing sports for Aspire was working hard enough to be selected to be a part of the mentor leadership tour. We travelled from Cairns to Sydney last year and even met the Australian Women’s Hockey Team members – the Hockeyroos! We watched them play and were invited to coach some young local hockey players. I returned with the goal of being the best hockey player I could, of becoming a great team member and leader."

    — Sarsha (Aspire Cairns)

Make a donation.

Support our mission with your donation, which directly contributes to the core of our outreach efforts. Your generosity aids in delivering essential services that remove barriers to engagement and participation, ensuring every young person has the opportunity to thrive.

Your contribution supports crucial health, education, and empowerment initiatives, helping vulnerable youth transition from school to employment. Donations also enhance our sports programs, vital for rebuilding and strengthening community ties. Invest in the future of our youth—donate today and make a lasting impact across Aspire Community.

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