Portable Aboriginal Communication Environment (PACE)
Access…. Reliability…. Speed
We are thrilled to announce the delivery of our first PACE unit to the Lightning Ridge Local Aboriginal Land Council, a significant milestone made possible through the unwavering support of our sponsors and donors. This unit provides essential internet services and computers to the local Aboriginal community, fostering digital inclusion and bridging the digital divide. The satellite internet connection allows speeds similar to those in urban environments, enabling the Lightning Ridge Aboriginal community to keep pace with the latest technology.
The Dr Steve Burroughs Foundation, the driving force behind this transformative initiative, is empowering community members by enhancing their access to technology and online resources. This is not merely about providing internet connections, but about enabling access to educational information, medical services, social services, employment opportunities and more. Our unwavering commitment to improving Indigenous communities’ social, economic, and well-being is the cornerstone of our work, and the delivery of this PACE unit is a significant stride towards realising this vision.
Looking ahead, we have five Indigenous communities eagerly anticipating a PACE unit. Our vision for the future is to revolutionise the PACE unit, making it even more sustainable and efficient. The new PACE II unit will be powered by solar energy, with excess power stored in a battery. The new PACE II unit could also house an EV charging station, further promoting sustainability. The PACE II unit will feature more computer stations and a large interactive training and video conferencing screen, ensuring that the unit remains a hub of digital connectivity. With Starlink, we will continue to provide fast, reliable internet service in remote locations, opening a world of possibilities for these communities.
If you would like to hear more and support the PACE II project by investing in our project with donations of funds or equipment, then please speak with me. If you are looking for a social enterprise investment or want to make this part of your Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), don’t hesitate to contact Dr Steve at 0414625164.
Training Rehabilitates Indigenous Prisoners (TRIP) Forward
A significant and far-reaching goal of the Foundation is to help address the ever-increasing number of incarcerated young indigenous people. This proposed project is based on providing a future pathway to offenders. It is based on prison-based training in construction skills. The aim is to provide at-risk young indigenous people with positive life skills. It is envisaged that this will lead to further opportunities for attaining skills and possible enterprise opportunities.
As a first step, the use of compressed earth blocks is being considered. Participants will be introduced to the manufacture of building blocks using a Compressed Earth Block (CEB) machine. Finished blocks will be used in a wide range of construction activities. Watch an example of how this might work and what can be achieved by clicking on the photo below.
