OUR VISION

Is to have over 1000 First Nations Australians participate in swimming, biking and running through our programs and support their development to be strong, proud and healthy Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We will also play our role to shape an Australia that deeply values and actively celebrates the unique cultures and traditions of First Nations peoples as part of our national narrative. We are committed to promoting an environment where the emotional, cultural, physical, and spiritual well-being of First Nations individuals is not only protected but also flourishes, ensuring their holistic health and strength.

WHAT WE DO

We have developed and are delivering unique programs that break down barriers and create opportunities using strength based approaches that engage First Nations people to participate, compete and represent at all levels in the sport of triathlon. Our programs provide mentoring, coaching and support that promotes active lifestyles and connects First Nations people to country, creates positive communities and develops relationships between First Nations people and “cuzzins of the mob” (non-Indigenous Australians).

WHY WE DO IT

The sport of triathlon has the power to change lives not just physically, but emotionally. There is no greater accomplishment than the feeling of crossing a finish line of a triathlon and no better sport that improves the physical wellbeing of individuals, yet for many reasons First Nations people under-represented in the sport.

In Australia the health outcomes of First Nations people are not good enough, with a life expectancy of 10 years less than all Australians. The prevalence of preventable chronic diseases such as cardio vascular disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes is 2-3 higher in First Nations communities than the rest of Australia.

Mental health is a major issue in Australia. For First Nations people this issue is multiplied, in 2022, suicide accounted for 4.6% of all deaths of First Nations people while the comparable proportion for non-Indigenous Australians was 1.6%.

This is why we empower our people through the sport of triathlon:

-So that they are connected to community that celebrates being apart of the oldest living remaining culture in the world and enhances their self worth. -They are given the tools and opportunities to to engage in a sport and healthy lifestyle that decreases chronic diseases

-They are supported to create an environment that promotes and improves their emotional wellbeing

THIS IS OUR DREAMING

1. Empower First Nations people to improve their physical health & emotional wellbeing (Swim)
2. Increase the participation and retention of First Nations people participating in triathlon and endurance sports (Bike)
3. Support more Australians to learn and connect with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples and cultures (Run)