Our Program
Community Partnership Programs
The AES Torres Strait Community Partnership Program operates across three streams, each designed to address a specific and documented community need. Together they form a connected approach to education, wellbeing, and long-term economic development for Torres Strait Islander communities.
Education & Training
Delivered through Mercury Institute of Victoria (RTO 41264, CRICOS 03439M), AES provides accredited vocational training to Torres Strait Islander communities through a hybrid face-to-face and online delivery model.
Current qualifications
Diploma of Leadership and Management Diploma of Hospitality Management Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management
Commercial Cookery qualifications
Delivery model
Online portal for flexible study, with face-to-face intensive sessions delivered in Melbourne and on-island by trained community educators. Programs currently in development for Torres Strait community delivery.
Community Programs
AES delivers regular community programs for Torres Strait Islander people living in Victoria, including:
Monthly Community Gatherings
At our Melbourne office — culturally safe, free, and open to all Torres Strait Islander community members in Victoria
Annual Cultural Wellbeing Forums
structured half-day events featuring cultural programming, peer connection, and access to support services
Youth and Sports Programs
supporting Torres Strait Islander youth engagement through sports equipment, cultural exchange, and community activities
Corporate and Government Partnership Programs
connecting Victorian organisations to meaningful Torres Strait Islander community engagement
Community Development
AES is developing a community infrastructure and housing program in partnership with Torres Strait community organisations. Register your interest via the Partner With Us page.