Aboriginal Advisory Council of Western Australia - Meetings

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The Aboriginal Advisory Council of Western Australia (AACWA) provides a unique opportunity to build genuine, respectful and reciprocal relationships between Aboriginal people and the State Government to achieve better economic, social and cultural outcomes for Aboriginal people living in Western Australia.

The advisory body is established under the Aboriginal Affairs Planning Authority Act 1972.

The Department of Premier and Cabinet (the Department) acts as AACWA’s Secretariat and supports members on behalf of the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs (Minister), to whom AACWA reports to.

AACWA meetings are open to all government agencies who wish to seek strategic advice and guidance from the members.

Please note, there is a process to request inclusion of an item on AACWA’s agenda and it is strongly recommended that you email the Secretariat team for further information.

The AACWA meeting summaries below include the following subject matter:

• Key causes of vulnerability experienced by young people and children
• Justice reform
• Accountability and advocacy in Aboriginal affairs
• Closing the gap
• Child protection reform
• Homelessness strategy.

Aboriginal Advisory Council of WA – Meeting Schedule 2026

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