'Aunties Place' is a community hub facilitated by staff from Grassroots Action Palmerston Aboriginal Corporation (GAPAC). This space serves as the primary site for the Grassroots Youth Engagement and Employment Program, a vital initiative aimed at supporting disengaged and disadvantaged youth in the Palmerston area.

GAPAC's work at Aunties Place centers on creating culturally safe, supportive environments where young people can access meaningful opportunities, connect with mentors, and engage in programs that build skills, confidence, and a pathway to employment. The program is grounded in community values, Indigenous knowledge systems, and a commitment to holistic wellbeing.

In addition to running youth-focused activities, Aunties Place also welcomes other networks, service providers, and stakeholders into the space. These collaborations are facilitated through yarning circles and shared sessions designed to promote open dialogue and learning. The aim is to develop a collective understanding of how best to support young people through a culturally responsive, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach.

All programming at Aunties Place is delivered with the utmost care, respect, and privacy for participants. GAPAC staff adhere strictly to safeguarding policies and best practices in trauma-informed care, ensuring that privacy, consent, and de-identification of information are central to their work.