About Us
Empowering social entrepreneurship in the North
We are an Aboriginal controlled not-for-profit organisation.
We empower remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander entrepreneurs and social enterprises to transform their communities through enterprise development.
When we invest in entrepreneurs and social enterprises, they create lasting positive change in their communities.
Local leaders running businesses in remote communities drive economic opportunity, employment, and social impact. This creates greater access to skills and knowledge, establishes inspiring role models for future generations, and enables community-driven solutions to local challenges.
Through business and social innovation, dreamers become leaders—and communities grow stronger.
Our Five Core Values
Cultural Responsibility
Cultural responsibility is at the heart of how we work. It underpins our values, our program design, how we engage with communities and where we direct our energy.
Respect
By practising respect, people within and around us feel equal. Everyone can contribute from a place of confidence, and we appreciate and value diversity.
Generational View
We consider not only the present, but also the past and the future. We understand that community change takes time, and many experiences have happened before this. We will slow down today, to go further tomorrow.
It Takes Bravery
We are unafraid to take on new challenges and unlearn old ways in order to get to a better place. We also acknowledge the courage of the entrepreneurs in our world who take great risks to make a better future a reality.
Better Together
Together we are greater than the sum of our parts, and we collaborate with the world around us to ensure that remote entrepreneurs get the best opportunities.
Our Team
At Impact North, our strength lies in our dedicated and passionate team, backing entrepreneurs and communities across the Northern Territory.
While we may be small, our impact is mighty.
Internationally recognised social entrepreneur leading Impact North's work to strengthen remote First Nations business development, building partnerships and pathways that support long-term economic empowerment across the Territory.
Brings executive strategy and leads operations at Impact North, strengthening organisational capability and sustainable delivery systems that support long-term growth and stronger outcomes for people and communities across the Territory.
Proud Yuin woman with over a decade's experience in Indigenous business development and social enterprise. Leads Impact North's portfolio of programs and innovation work that strengthens pathways and opportunities for entrepreneurs across the Territory.
Combines integrity, operations and funding expertise with a passion for social change Strengthens governance, accountability and ethical delivery across Impact North's work in the Territory.
Experienced facilitator specialising in community engagement and Indigenous program design. Creates meaningful engagement experiences that support community-led initiatives and strengthen connections across the Territory.
Trained educator and youth mentor bringing inclusive facilitation expertise to Darwin. Delivers community-led programs that support First Nations entrepreneurs to build confidence, capability and sustainable businesses across the Territory.
Proud Colombian with marketing and entrepreneurship expertise, based in East Arnhem. Supports Yolŋu social enterprises and community-led business development through culturally grounded relationships and locally responsive initiatives across the region.
Territory local passionate about community, bringing energy and connection to Impact North's programs. Supports collaboration, participant engagement and stronger links across local ecosystems.
Proud Larrakia woman with strong community relationship skills and deep connection to the Territory. Supports program delivery and strengthens community ties that empower future generations of entrepreneurs across the Territory.
Proud Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander woman with digital storytelling expertise. Amplifies First Nations entrepreneurs' voices and strengthens visibility and connection across the Territory through authentic, culturally grounded communication.
Originally from India, Aerika brings IT systems and operations expertise to Impact North. Strengthens back-end processes and data management that enable smooth, effective delivery for entrepreneurs and communities across the Territory.
Proud Larrakia woman bringing warmth, culture and connection into every interaction. Strengthens coworking spaces by creating a welcoming environment and supporting community members to feel at home and supported.
Our Board
We are guided by the wisdom, experience and cultural knowledge of our 100% Aboriginal-led Board of Directors, ensuring authentic Indigenous governance and leadership in all we do.
A proud Wonnarua woman, Amanda is a successful entrepreneur specialising in engineering, mechanical services, and Indigenous fashion.
Mark is Worimi from the Nabiac region in the Hunter Valley, NSW. He brings extensive experience in finance, business strategy and organisational management to ELP's board.
Leeann is an Aboriginal woman with traditional links to Kutatj, Koko-bera and Kunjen (Western Cape York), and Western Kuku Yalanji. She has been a First Nations business owner since 2000, working extensively in health, social services, and community development across remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Our Alumni
Current Job Openings
Every member of our team plays a crucial role in driving our mission forward, and now, we're excited to expand and welcome new talent to help us grow even more. If you’re looking to join a close-knit, supportive, and dynamic team where your contributions will make a real difference, we want to hear from you.
Join Impact North as Head of Community. Build Indigenous enterprise relationships across NT. $110K+ Super. Travel, connect, inspire. Apply now!
Create a thriving workplace, champion staff wellbeing, and help teams stay on track with planning and impact reporting.
Let's create positive change together.
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