1. Self Determination

GKB Impact will be dedicated to empowering the Gnaala Karla Booja community on their path to self-determination by offering mentorship and support to local businesses. GKB Impact will play a vital role in creating networking opportunities, supporting business expansion, and creating connections that promote sustainable growth.

2. Economic Sustainability

While Gnaala Karla Booja Aboriginal Corporation’s governance does not support commercial ventures, GKB Impact will be well positioned to develop and run community programs and initiatives for the Gnaala Karla Booja community to make sure they can take advantage of every market opportunity. The creation of GKB Impact will support the Corporation, and the community to grow and succeed.

3. Driving Economic Growth and New Ideas

Having two focused organisations will help leverage solutions to the challenges and opportunities the community faces. By working with others, including the government, industry, and private companies, these partnerships will improve the way we approach issues and opportunities for the greater benefit of the Gnaala Karla Booja community. The restrictions on the Corporation to operate in a commercial space is a key reason for the establishment of GKB Impact, which will allow for greater opportunities for the mob.

4. Supporting Noongar Businesses

GKB Impact will do a lot to help Noongar businesses start up, grow, and succeed in the region. By offering resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities, GKB Impact will support businesses to thrive. Efforts of highly skilled staff will be focused on empowering and building capacity of our member businesses and will create job opportunities that match community values. We will create opportunities for like minded businesses to collaborate and support each other for greater success.

5. Better Planning and Direction

Having two separate organisations means that each one can follow its own plan without any confusion. This separation helps each organisation use their resources and time better, which allows them to concentrate on their own goals.

6. Efficient Use of Resources

Creating two organisations will allow each to use their resources more wisely. Each organisation can hire the right people, manage their budgets, and set their priorities based on their mission and values. Staff can work in areas that match their skills and interests, which makes them happier and more productive.

7. Clear Goals and Focus

By creating two separate organisations, each can focus more on its specific goals. The Gnaala Karla Booja Aboriginal Corporation will support and speak up for the Aboriginal community, handle Native Title issues, negotiate land use agreements, manage memberships, and administer the Noongar Land Estate. This makes sure that cultural values and community needs are always a priority. On the other hand, GKB Impact will focus on helping support businesses, creating and maintaining sustainable employment, deliver services and programs to the community, as well as looking for opportunities to explore new business ventures that align with the vision and mission.