Closing the Gap: The Role of Employment Programs in Closing the Gap for Indigenous Communities

Closing the Gap: The Role of Employment Programs in Closing the Gap for Indigenous Communities Australia’s Indigenous communities have long faced systemic inequalities in health, education, and economic...

Diversity and Inclusion: How Sports Programs Promote Diversity and Inclusion Among Youth

Diversity and Inclusion: How Sports Programs Promote Diversity and Inclusion Among Youth In a world that is becoming increasingly interconnected and multicultural, promoting diversity and inclusion among youth...

Johnathan Thurston Rugby League: How Rugby League Inspired JT’s Youth Empowerment Programs

Johnathan Thurston Rugby League: How Rugby League Inspired JT’s Youth Empowerment Programs Few names resonate in Australian sport and community development like Johnathan Thurston. Celebrated for his...

Understanding the Youth Unemployment Crisis in Australia

Understanding the Youth Unemployment Crisis in Australia Australia, a nation known for its economic resilience and multicultural vibrancy, is currently grappling with a silent yet significant challenge: youth...

Johnathan Thurston Academy: How Thurston Academy Builds Leadership Skills in Young Australians

Johnathan Thurston Academy: How Thurston Academy Builds Leadership Skills in Young Australians Leadership is not something you are born with; it is something you grow into. In today’s fast-paced and diverse...

Supporting Indigenous Communities: Why It Should Be a National Priority

Supporting Indigenous Communities: Why It Should Be a National Priority Australia is a land rich in culture, diversity, and resilience—much of which is owed to the traditional custodians of the land, the...

I Believe in Myself – From Self-Doubt to Confidence: Inspiring Stories of Young Australians

I Believe in Myself – From Self-Doubt to Confidence: Inspiring Stories of Young Australians Confidence is one of the most powerful assets a young person can possess. Yet, for many young Australians, particularly...

Indigenous Employment Opportunities: How Mentoring Programs Increase Indigenous Employment Rates

Indigenous Employment Opportunities: How Mentoring Programs Increase Indigenous Employment Rates Indigenous Australians have long faced systemic barriers to employment, resulting in a significant employment gap...

Developing Leadership Skills in Teens: A Step-by-Step Guide

Developing Leadership Skills in Teens: A Step-by-Step Guide The future of Australia depends on the next generation of leaders, and it starts with empowering our teens today. Leadership is not just a trait; it is...

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

Johnathan Thurston Academy pays the deepest respect to the Traditional Custodians of Country across Australia. We acknowledge and thank our Elders who demonstrated over 60,000 years of sustainable Indigenous business and ask them to guide us back on track to a more prosperous and purposeful future.

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