Our Vision
“To protect the health, human rights and fundamental freedoms that are significant to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women through cultural preservation, health education and coalition building.”
Empowering Women to Advocate for Effective Policy
The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women’s Alliance (NATSIWA) was established in 2009 to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women to have a strong and effective voice in the domestic and international policy advocacy process.
16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
Every 10 minutes, a woman or girl is killed intentionally by a partner or family member. This devastating statistic underscores the urgent crisis of gender-based violence across the globe.
At the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women’s Alliance (NATSIWA), we stand in solidarity with the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign. There is #NoExcuse for violence against women and girls.
The 16 Days of Activism is more than just a campaign—it’s a powerful call to action. As the world nears the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action in 2025, this period serves as a vital opportunity to revitalize commitments, amplify voices, and demand accountability from decision-makers. The Beijing Declaration remains a visionary blueprint for achieving gender equality and protecting the rights of women and girls worldwide.
We invite you to join us in raising awareness and advocating for systemic change. It’s time to reaffirm our collective commitment to ending gender-based violence and ensuring safe, empowered lives for women and girls everywhere.
Find out more and how to support the 16 Days of Activism here.
Let’s stand together and work toward a future where women and girls can live free from violence.
#16Days #NoExcuse #GenderEquality
Are you a member?
You can check on or update your details by:
- Completing this form
- Emailing seniorprojects@natsiwa.org.au
- Calling 0481 458 339
- Messaging us on Facebook
- Writing to us at PO Box 70 Mortlake VIC 3272
Guiding Principles
NATSIWA’s Vision will be achieved through our Guiding Principles that will remain cognizant of the needs, heath, wellbeing and development, and aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women.
- Aboriginal strengths;
- The need for cultural understanding;
- The impact of racism and stigma;
- Recognition of the centrality of kinship;
- The impact of history in trauma and loss;
- Recognition of different needs of communities;
- The recognition of human rights and social justice;
- Universal access to basic health care, housing and education; and
- Equitable needs based funding.
Adopted from the National Aboriginal Health Strategy of 1989.
