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The Australian Employment Covenant (AEC) is an initiative aimed at securing 50,000 sustainable jobs for Indigenous Australians. To find available jobs, please click here.

Backed by a three-way commitment between Australian Employers, the Australian Government and Indigenous people, this landmark initiative seeks to break the vicious cycle of unemployment and poverty amongst Indigenous Australians by adopting a “learn or earn policy” for all those who have the capacity to work.

This policy will see 50,000 Indigenous Australians receive training tailored to meet employers' specifications, creating clear and encouraging outcomes for Indigenous training programs. In addition, 50,000 workplace mentors will provide much needed support to each Indigenous Australian as they continually develop in their new role.

The AEC represents a major commitment to the future of Indigenous Australians by providing those prepared to work with a clear pathway to employment and the ability to reach their full potential.

Whether you are an employer, job seeker, mentor or trainer, you will find all the general information you need on this website.

If you are an employer and would like to sign up or know more about the AEC initiative, please click here.

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16 February 2010 | Queensland Government Formalise Commitment at Business Leaders Breakfast

A Business Leaders breakfast was held in Brisbane on Tuesday 16th February. More than 250  - guests attended the breakfast, with guest speakers Andrew Forrest (CEO- Fortescue Metals Group) and Anna Bligh (Queensland Premier). At the event, Anna Bligh formalised the Queensland Government’s commitment to employ 2,800 Indigenous Australians by executing an Australian Employment Covenant with Andrew Forrest.
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13 February 2010 | Former Origin Greats Employment & Careers Expo

The Australian Employment Covenant participated in the FOGS (Former Origin Greats) Employment and Careers Expo which was held at Skilled Park, Gost Coast prior to the NRL Indigenous All Stars Game on Saturday 13th February. 
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