About Us

Our Story

The Indigenous Tasmanians Aboriginal Corporation (ITAC) was established to support the housing and community needs of Aboriginal people across Tasmania. Born from community vision and leadership, it was incorporated on the 6th of September 1988. ITAC is guided by the principle that strong, culturally connected communities are the foundation for a thriving future.

Our organisation was created to give Aboriginal people greater control over housing and community development. We recognise that housing is more than just a place to live — it’s the foundation so families can grow, their culture is nurtured, and communities flourish. Through culturally grounded programs and partnerships, ITAC works to improve housing access, strengthen community wellbeing, and promote self-determination for all Aboriginal people.

Our Purpose

ITAC’s purpose is to provide culturally safe housing, build strong communities, and create opportunities for Aboriginal people in Tasmania. We focus on delivering services and initiatives that are led by community, for community.

We work to:

  • Provide safe, secure, and affordable housing for Aboriginal people.

  • Deliver community programs that support health, wellbeing, and cultural connection.

  • Advocate for Aboriginal voices to be heard in housing, policy, and community planning.

  • Create opportunities for education, employment, and enterprise.

  • Build partnerships that deliver real, long-term benefits to our communities.

Our Values

Our values reflect who we are and what we aim to achieve:

  • Culture First – Culture guides everything we do. We respect and celebrate all mob’s identity, knowledge, and traditions.

  • Community-Led – We listen to and are led by the communities we serve. Our programs reflect community priorities and aspirations.

  • Respect and Responsibility – We foster strong, respectful relationships between tenants, staff, and partners.

  • Sustainability – We are building programs and housing that support long-term community strength.

  • Advocacy and Voice – We speak up for our mob and work to create systems that are fair, inclusive, and culturally safe.

Our Role in the Community

ITAC plays a central role in delivering housing and community support for Aboriginal people across Tasmania.

We:

  • Manage affordable housing

  • Provide property maintenance and tenancy support

  • Building new homes

  • We hope to introduce wellbeing programs like community gardens, nutrition workshops, and cultural events in the near future

  • Support families facing cost-of-living challenges

  • Advocate for community needs at all levels of government

Our Governance

ITAC is a registered Aboriginal corporation under the Corporations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Act 2006 (CATSI Act).

The members of ITAC, vote a board of members (directors) to provide governance, direction, and accountability. This ensures our organisation remains transparent, culturally grounded, and community led.

Partnerships and Collaboration

Collaboration is essential to our success.

We aim to work closely with:

  • Local, state, and federal government

  • Community service organisations

  • Educational institutions

  • Industry and private sector partners

We also support Indigenous businesses through working together, to help strengthen the local Aboriginal economy.