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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
AND ASSISTANCE
IGO has a structured and targeted Community
Development and Assistance Program (CDAP).
The CDAP provides strategic assistance to a range of
community-based programs with an emphasis on
education and capacity building for Indigenous and
non-Indigenous groups across urban, regional and
disadvantaged communities.
IGO identifies appropriate opportunities and participates
in the programs in consultation with the relevant
organisations. It works closely with these organisations
during the entire program cycle to help them achieve their
goals and establish sustainable outcomes. IGO is focused
on establishing and maintaining programs in the Leonora,
Kambalda, Kalgoorlie and Boulder regions where it has its
mining operations.
Structured programs to which IGO contributed during
FY2015 under its CDAP include:
LEONORA DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL’S YOUNG
LEADERS, HEALTHY LIFESTYLES AND BUSH
GARDEN
At the conclusion of 2014, IGO had supported the
development of a strong cohort of young leaders through
a comprehensive leadership program as a means of
developing their skills to become major contributors
and leaders within the Leonora District High School and
wider community environment. The program focused
on the importance of leadership, the critical role of good
communication and the ability to act on the students’
leadership aspirations.
The challenge for Leonora’s students has been to extend
their leadership skills into a range of health, wellbeing and
environmentally-based initiatives in 2015. To their credit,
students, staff and community members have been
busily laying the groundwork for a bush garden and a
bike fitness program aimed at building healthy lifestyles,
discipline and teamwork. IGO is confident of ongoing
successes emanating from these progressive programs.
THE KAMBALDA WEST DISTRICT HIGH
SCHOOL YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
IGO has had a long-term commitment to support the
development of youth leadership skills at Kambalda
West District High School. The Youth Leadership Program
promotes school attendance and achievement, and
encourages students to explore their vocational options. It
also supports the liaison with community groups and local
shire to plan community improvement projects and social
events. Staff have commented on the positive impact on
student confidence and contributions to both the school
and local community.
Young Leaders receiving
their awards from Graham Burns,
Resident Manager, Jaguar Operation
Hundreds
of students assisted in a
range of projects