Our Programs

WEX Regional 2026

WEX Regional aims to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people working in the Australian Government by bringing Year 10, 11 and 12 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to Sydney, NSW (Gadigal Country) for hands-on exposure to the Australian Public Service and insight into career pathways within government. The program is delivered in a way that is appropriate to participants’ age, culture and interests, while respecting the Traditional Owners of the lands on which it is held. To be eligible, students must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, be enrolled in Year 10, 11 or 12 in 2025, attend school in New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory and Victoria, be confident travelling to and from Sydney without supervision, have an interest in a career in the Australian Public Service, have their school’s support to attend, and demonstrate emotional resilience and the ability to be away from home for up to five days.

WEX Canberra 2026

WEX Canberra aims to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people working in the Australian Government by bringing Year 10, 11 and 12 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to Canberra, ACT, for hands-on exposure to the Australian Public Service and direct insight into career pathways within government. The program is delivered in a way that is appropriate to participants’ age, culture and interests, while respecting the Traditional Owners of the lands on which it is held. To be eligible, students must identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, be enrolled in Year 10, 11 or 12 in 2025, attend school in Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia, Queensland, Northern Territory or the Australian Capital Territory, be confident travelling to and from Canberra without supervision, have an interest in a career in the Australian Public Service, have their school’s support to attend, and demonstrate emotional resilience and the ability to be away from home for up to five days.

WEX MEDIA

WEX Media showcases stories, photos, and videos from the Work Exposure in Government (WEX) program. Here, you’ll find highlights from past programs, media created by students and the WEX media crew, and updates celebrating the voices and experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students exploring careers in the Australian Government.

Department of Social Services (DSS) | National Redress Scheme (NRS)

ETMP, in partnership with the Department of Social Services (DSS), is delivering a targeted communication project to increase awareness of the National Redress Scheme (NRS). Focused on First Nations communities and other vulnerable groups, this initiative ensures information is accessible, culturally appropriate, and trauma-informed, helping survivors of institutional child sexual abuse access the support they need.

The National Redress Scheme is for people who suffered child sexual abuse in institutions such as a school, church, mission, orphanage, foster care, children’s home, detention centre, hospital or a sports club. 

 As part of redress you can get a payment, counselling and support, and an acknowledgement of what happened to you from the institution. 

Support services are free and can help before, during and after you apply. 

To find out more, visit nationalredress.gov.au or call 1800 737 377 to be connected to your local support services.

Two-Way Mentoring Program

The Rio Tinto Two-way Mentoring Program has a clear purpose of bringing an Indigenous perspective to the organisation and its operations by providing Indigenous Support Services to all Indigenous employees. These services are designed to create a culturally supportive and inclusive workplace that fosters a culture of understanding and support for Indigenous employees. The Two-way Mentoring program is an important part of the services offered by the Indigenous Leadership team and plays a crucial role in supporting the organisation’s commitment to building a culture of understanding and support for Indigenous employees.  

Note: This is a private program for Rio Tinto employees only. This page is password protected by ETMP. If you are an employee of Rio Tinto and require access please refer to your induction email with the password for your cohort. If you’re having issues with gaining access contact us here.

WEX Virtual

WEX aims to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people working in the Australian Government. WEX does this by bringing year 10, 11 and 12 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to Canberra and Regional locations and provides them with hands-on exposure and information about job opportunities and career pathways in the Australian Government. WEX is delivered in a way that is appropriate for participants’ age, culture and interests and respects Canberra’s traditional owners.