Our Strategic Pathways

Our vision is for a nation in which the First Australians are economically independent and an integral part of the economy.

Our objective is to provide quality leadership that promotes and enables self-management, self-sufficiency and economic independence for Indigenous Australians.

We will achieve this vision and objective by having the:

Right focus

For positive and sustainable outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
For the economic empowerment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Right information

To develop products and services that meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and advance IBA’s purpose
To influence broader policy development

Right relationships

With the private sector
With Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
With Government

Right people and organisational culture

To engage in a consultative manner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
To deliver on promises
To be the employer of choice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Right business processes

Which displays good corporate governance
Which provide a framework of accountability
Which enables business to be carried out in an efficient and effective manner

Right products and services

That are sensitive to the needs of the client
That are innovative, relevant and competitive

Right financial results

Achieving an acceptable rate of return
Demonstrating strong financial management
Continued growth in the capital and asset base

Right profile and reputation

That is based on delivery with integrity and empathy
That is professional in nature
That seeks to advance positive Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander outcomes