Gugan Gulwan Youth Aboriginal Corporation acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we walk, work, live and learn. We honour Elders past and present and extend our respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who now call this region home. We recognise the strength, wisdom and care they bring to community, and the vital role they play in supporting our young people and families to grow strong, connected and thriving together.

Lunch Program

The Gugan Gulwan Lunch Program is a tailored initiative operating in ACT schools as an early intervention program. It provides young people with healthy nutritious lunch options while creating opportunities to discuss and explore cultural identity, yarn (share stories), and collaborate with educators. The program aims to ensure that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people are supported and remain engaged in education. It serves as a soft entry point for participants who may be experiencing exclusion due to behaviours of concern. Responsive to community needs, the program is flexible in its delivery and operates across various locations and events throughout the ACT region.

For more information about the Lunch Program, please contact the Events & Programs Coordinator at 6296 8900 or via email [email protected], Monday to Thursday.

If you would like to enquire or register for Lunch Program, please click here.

Lunch Program Outcomes:

  • Greater participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in education and school-based activities
  • Increased school attendance, engagement and adecreasing behavioural incidences and risk of school exclusion.
  • Stronger relationships with young people and educators, fostering cultural pride and belonging
  • Early identification of support needs, strengthened cultural safety within the school environment
  • Timely support referrals fostering stronger family and school connections