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The Karrkad Kanjdji Trust offices are located on the lands of the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation. We acknowledge their long, sustained connection to the land, skies and waters and pay our respect to their Elders both past and present. We extend that respect to all First Nations peoples across Australia and recognise their collective, unceded sovereignty.

For Country,

culture

and community

The Karrkad Kanjdji Trust ("gada-gut guny-jee") (KKT) is a philanthropic trust that was established by Traditional Owners of the Warddeken and Djelk Indigenous Protected Areas in 2010, to support their vision for healthy Country.

As custodians of much of West and Central Arnhem Land—one of the largest Indigenous estates in Australia—they innovatively recognised the potential strength and increased freedom and flexibility of alternative funding sources.

Protecting
native biodiversity

For thriving native ecosystems, protected by Indigenous rangers

Managing fire
and climate

Using fire to mitigate climate change, practice culture, and conserve habitat

Investing in
women rangers

For strong Indigenous women, equitably engaged in caring for Country

Safeguarding
Indigenous culture

Country rich in traditional ecological knowledge, languages, art and cultural practices

Educating
future custodians

For future generations connected to their Country with access to education 'both ways'

Supporting
people on Country

For Traditional Owners equipped to live and work on their ancestral lands

Our
partners

Today, KKT is a shared resource to eight First Nations community-controlled organisations in Arnhem Land. Their work spans 50,000 square kilometres of land and sea Country and encompasses traditional land management; on-Country employment; carbon abatement; bi-cultural education and the preservation of Indigenous languages.

This breadth of focus reflects a more holistic approach to conservation, wherein each part strengthens the whole. Ultimately, KKT’s role is to connect each partner organisation with the strength of philanthropy, further resourcing their vital efforts to care for Country, culture and community.

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