What we do
NPY Women’s Council is a highly regarded, dynamic Anangu organisation that delivers a range of social support and cultural services in the Ngaanyatjarra Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (NPY) Lands.
We are an Indigenous-led organisation, working relentlessly since 1980 with Aboriginal women and their families.
Ngangkari – Traditional Healers
A dynamic group of traditional healers and community educators who use their extensive knowledge of culture and family, and apply their traditional skills as healers in their communities.
Tjanpi Desert Weavers
Tjanpi Desert Weavers is a social enterprise of NPY Women’s Council, contributing to improving the lives of NPY women and their families by providing employment through the creation of fibre art.
Child and Family Well-being
The Child and Family Wellbeing Services includes both the Nutrition and Walytjapiti (Intensive Family Support) programs. It aims to increase families’ capacity to care for children.
Youth
Through a diverse range of programs, NPY Women’s Council Youth Service is led by Anangu and Yarnangu to support young people in the NPY region to lead safe and healthy lives.
Tjungu – Aged and Disability
The Tjungu Program helps people with disabilities and frail aged people, as well as their families and carers.
Domestic and Family Violence
The Domestic and Family Violence Service works with women who have experienced violence and community members wanting to see change in their community.