About Dubbo Opportunity Hub (DHUB)
The Dubbo Opportunity Hub (DHUB) is a free program that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people from years 5-12 in transitioning to further education, training, and employment.
It collaborates with member schools and communities across the Dubbo LGA to empower these individuals, including those who have been out of school for up to 12 months.
DHUB is strengthened by partnerships with local Elders, community members, employers, industry bodies, training providers and government agencies in the local community to ensure culturally safe support and outcomes for the next generation.
How will it help?
The DHUB team consists of First Nations mentors who provide in-school, one-on-one and out of school activities that promote cultural identity and enhance individual skill sets.
The DHUB team can provide practical, appropriate, and positive support to each participant’s chosen path to success by:
- Connecting you to a mentor and supporting you every step of the way.
- Developing and maintaining relationships with schools in the service area to engage in on-school supports.
- Finding local opportunities that align with your career aspirations,
- Coordinating local pre-employment/employment, further educational scholarships, traineeships, and apprenticeships.
- Helping you create a career plan to get you where you want to go.
- Sharing cultural awareness and cultural connections to youth.
How does DHUB work?
Once a school, community service or youth has connected as a DHUB member, we meet with a core group of individuals to scope out a program of support including in-school session delivery or a more tailored one on one support program.
DHUB provides in-school sessions and out of school activity that builds a powerful sense of cultural identity and increases participation and performance in education of identified youth.
In-school sessions focus on cultural connection while building on desired career pathway planning and setting up young people for successful in employment or further education.
Who can access DHUB?
Participants maybe eligible for this program if they:
- Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- Reside in the Dubbo LGA
- Currently attend school between years 5-12 in Dubbo and Wellington member schools.
- Have left school in the last 12 months.
DHUB Success Stories
Read real stories that have helped positively impact our participants, their families and communities through DHUB.
SistaSpeak connecting girls to connect to culture
The SistaSpeak program aims to strengthen the mindset of young girls, teaching them skills such as resilience, expression, and self-care.
Tiddas in Trade help Jasmin reach her career dream in landscaping
Jasmin connected with DHUB in February 2022, and wanted to achieve her dream of working in landscaping.
Bamara presents ‘Inspiring Our Youth To Kickstart Careers for Success’
This short film features local Aboriginal Community members sharing their personal stories and challenges faced in their own journey.
Where you can find us
Whether you want to learn more about our services or from a local school interested in a DHUB membership, we’re here to help.
Address
Level 1, Suite 2/137 Macquarie Street
Dubbo NSW 2830
Opening Hours
Monday – Friday: 8.30am – 5.00pm
Office Contact Number
1300 012 476
Email Address
contactus@bamara.com.au
DHUB – developed by the NSW Department of Education through the NSW Government’s OCHRE initiative (OCHRE: Opportunity, Choice, Healing, Responsibility, Empowerment)
How to get started
Our team is ready to help you with any questions you may have. Please fill out the form below and one of our team members will get in touch with you to discuss your options. Alternatively, you can reach out to our Customer Service team by calling 1300 012 476.