Strong Family. Strong Culture.
Waltja is a community-based organisation on Mparntwe country, working alongside remote Central Desert Aboriginal communities to provide services and address issues.
Led by community leaders and respected Elders, we proudly serve over 25% of the Northern Territory, supporting diverse languages and cultures across remote communities.
Community Centred Impact
Our work is rooted in the local community, where we come together to tackle important issues and supports young people, their extended families and peer groups.
Waltja's FMHSS program supports young people, their extended families and peer groups to improve mental health and wellbeing.
Waltja's Emergency Relief fund aids those facing financial crisis, homelessness, domestic violence, illness or more. Providing essentials like blankets.
Waltja offers essential support through NDIS, Aged Care, and Disability Services with dedicated Remote Connectors linking communities to vital programs.
A Little Goes A Long Way
$50 can supply a blanket or help to feed a child some healthy meals.
Your donation is vital in helping individuals and families in need across Central Australia. With services often stretched thin, we provide essential support like food and fuel vouchers, clothing, medical assistance and more.
Your contribution can help us ensure that those facing challenges have access to basic needs and support.
The Waltja Way
Family is the foundation
Family is the cornerstone of the Aboriginal community and identity. It’s also at the heart of our organisation. We drive impact to our families through language, art, and support services.
We come from community
We have deep connections with communities because we come from them. Led by senior women from community, we use local wisdom to build understanding and impactful partnerships.
Trust is key
We ensure clarity and mutual respect in all of our interactions. Providing the kind of flexibility and understanding that many communities need to thrive.
Driving Culture Through Family
Waltja means ‘Family’ and our services follow the life-cycle of the family.
At Waltja, we believe in listening closely to our community. Together, we discover where help is needed most and take the time to develop programs that truly matter. Guided by our Directors, we ensure every decision reflects the voices and traditions of our people - our family.
Our Impact
Discover the inspiring stories of how Waltja's programs have positively impacted the lives of Indigenous families in Central Desert communities.
Waltja Nintipulka or 'Getting Clever' is designed with a focus on capacity building in Aboriginal Arts management. This project trains senior Aboriginal workers to develop their skills as future art workers.
Waltja Nintupulka empowers Aboriginal art by training senior Aboriginal mentors to guide trainees in art skills and shop management for future roles in Central Australia.
"Family News" is a magazine by our Indigenous Media Team, which provides on-the-job training for young people to develop their skills in desktop publishing, photography, customer service and financial management.
The FIX EM UP project in Aputula, led by Alice Springs Police and supported by Waltja, brought local youth and adults together to repair donated bikes. It provided hands-on learning, instilling pride, and promoting physical activity and road safety while strengthening community spirit.
Explore more programs
Learn more about what we do at Waltja and how your donation funds each of our programs.
Support communities
Your tax deductible contribution can make a difference in the lives of Indigenous communities.
