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Click on the links below to find out more about the numerous AFL programs that support Indigenous footballers and communities.

Qantas AFL Kickstart

The Qantas AFL KickStart program uses Australian Football as a vehicle to promote healthy lifestyles in indigenous communities. The program works with state governments to tailor messages for different regions and communities. It includes NAB AFL Auskick and involves children, teenagers, adults, coaches and administrators.

Click here for the latest news from the Qantas AFL Kickstart Program.

Flying Boomerangs

The Flying Boomerangs program is a personal development and leadership program for selected participants from the Qantas Kickstart program. The program includes a three match series against international teams and completion of Certificate II in Indigenous Leadership.

Indigenous Academies

The AFL currently has five Indigenous Academies (including the Worawa Academy and Munarra Academy) designed to increase school attendance, completion of year 12 and Indigenous participation in sport. Each academy has its own unique program to respond to local opportunities and needs. The academies are spread across Australia with one located in Queensland, two in New South Wales, and two in Victoria.

AFL Ambassadors for Life Mentoring Program

The AFL in collaboration with the AFL Players’ Association and AFL SportsReady have developed the AFL “Ambassadors for Life” Mentoring Program. This program works with players to develop mentoring and leadership skills. Players then mentor young Indigenous people throughout the Australian community.

AFL Indigenous All-Star Match & AFLPA Camp

This program happens every two years where a camp is conducted by the AFL and the AFL Players Association focusing on career development and leadership. It culminates in the Qantas AFL Indigenous All-Stars Match against an AFL Club.

AFL Club Fostership Program

The AFL Club Community Fostership Program is a three-year engagement strategy to encourage Indigenous children and teenagers to reach their full potential. AFL Clubs partner with Indigenous communities and, in conjunction with local schools and community organizations, engage young people in school and sporting activities. The nature of the program will vary from community to community and link with existing activities being delivered for young people.

Indigenous Employment Strategy

This framework complements the AFL's diversity, community engagement and corporate responsibility strategies. We are developing a Statement of Commitment and will set challenging targets for Indigenous employment across the AFL industry.