Moorditj Bidi (Strong Pathway)

Noongar Governance Development Hub

Noongar Governance Development Program

Strong pathways. Strong governance. Strong Noongar futures.

The Noongar Governance Development Program (GDP) is a sponsored program of the Moorditj Bidi Noongar Governance Hub. Its purpose is to realise the vision of culturally strong, technically capable and sustainable governance of the Noongar Nation. 

The program has three components built around this vision and combines individual growth, formal learning, Noongar governance and networks to equip current and emerging leaders with the strength, skills and support to govern strong Noongar organisations.  

Grow your
Self 

  • Noongar Mentoring and
    Coaching Program

  • Governance Development Plan

  • Governance Knowledge Series

Coaching/mentoring: Helping participants translate learning into confidence and action in real boardroom situations.

Personal Governance Plan: To set out individual goals for the program and future years. Tailored to the individual, this might focus on areas such as boardroom confidence and leadership, governance challenges, communication, technical expertise and career development, or putting knowledge into practice.

Noongar Governance Knowledge Series: A series of webinarsand round tables bringing cultural directors, experts and Noongar leaders together to explore how cultural governance overlays corporate governance, share peer-to-peer practical knowledge and discuss issues relevant to Noongar ways of governing.

Grow your Knowledge 

  • Provisional training pathway

  • Governance Boot Camp

  • Board Ready Program (2028) 

Governance Bootcamp: One-day to refresh technical skills, share experiences and establish relationships.

Professional Training Pathway: Participants will receive a scholarship for a program suited to their experience and goals, e.g. Cert IV, ICDA or AICD programs, related bachelor’s degree, or other approved program.

Board Ready Program: After graduating, emerging directors have the opportunity to join a 6 month ‘pseudo’ board simulating different parts of the Noongar Boodja Trust governance structure.

Work through real scenarios using practice board papers with guidance from experienced directors and experts. Practise asking the right questions, and learning how to exercise good judgement. Participants may also be able to participate as a junior director on their regional corporation board.

Grow your Support 

  • Access to the Moorditi Bidi Noongar Governance Hub

  • CPD points register

  • Noongar Governance Alumni (2028)

Connect with others for support, shared learning, allyship and the establishment of vital networks throughout the learning journey.

Noongar Governance Hub: a one-stop-shop for all things Noongar governance, including governance resources, external training opportunities, position vacancies and ongoing networking.

CPD points register: Participants earn Continuing Professional Development Points. Registration on the Noongar CPD portal provides evidence of commitment to maintaining and strengthening the skills and knowledge required to perform effectively, bolstering future director opportunities inside and outside the Noongar ecosystem.