Jack Thompson Foundation Ltd
The Jack Thompson Foundation Ltd is an Australian nonprofit organization focused on addressing housing shortages and unemployment in Indigenous communities through culturally integrated education and practical skills development. Founded following discussions at the 2007 Garma Festival between actor Jack Thompson and educator John Mofflin, the foundation prioritizes sustainable housing solutions using locally sourced materials, described as the "living ground"[1][3].

Mission and Approach
The foundation employs a "Two-way learning" model, blending Indigenous knowledge with practical construction training. Its Homelands Building Program teaches participants to build homes using materials from their local environment, emphasizing self-reliance and cultural preservation[1][4]. This approach aims to reduce poverty by improving housing conditions, nutrition, and health outcomes in communities such as those in Arnhem Land[4][5].

Key Initiatives

• Sustainable Housing Projects: The foundation established timber mills in Arnhem Land (2009) to process local resources, with plans to expand into large-scale dry mill operations[5].
• Cultural Integration: Programs incorporate traditional practices to strengthen community ties and ensure projects align with Indigenous values[1][3].

Governance
Registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), the foundation operates under ABN 47130881828[2]. Its headquarters are in Queensland, though fieldwork is concentrated in the Northern Territory[5].

Impact
By combining vocational training with cultural respect, the organization addresses systemic issues of unemployment and inadequate housing in remote Indigenous communities[1][4].

[1] https://jackthompsonfoundation.com [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/f2d9f626-39af-e811-a95e-000d3ad24c60 [3] https://jackthompsonfoundation.com/the-foundation-way/87-2/ [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/f2d9f626-39af-e811-a95e-000d3ad24c60/documents/4935ff47-51c8-e811-a964-000d3ad24077 [5] https://www.globalwood.org/company/mgodetail.asp?id=28610