Indigenous Economic Development Unit (IEDU)

Indigenous Economic Development Unit (IEDU)

Supporting Indigenous Businesses and Employment

The Victorian Government is committed to improving Indigenous economic participation in Victoria.

To help achieve this, the Government established the Indigenous Economic Development Unit (IEDU) in the Department of Business and Innovation to deliver strategies that improve economic opportunities for Indigenous Victorians.

The IEDU draws on a number of Victorian Government programs and policies that support and promote pathways to jobs and underpin the continuous development of Indigenous businesses.

The IEDU aims to:

• support and facilitate sustainable employment outcomes for Indigenous Victorians
• support the growth and diversity of Victoria’s Indigenous businesses
• identify opportunities for business productivity, improvements and growth through strategic partnerships
• improve Indigenous Victorians’ economic participation
• increase Indigenous participation in the Victorian public sector workforce.

The IEDU works collaboratively to encompass both small business and employment initiatives. 

Victorian Indigenous Business Directory

Information on how to register your business and obtain a copy of the Directory. 

Operating a Small Business

Offers links to resources for starting a business, financial support and business development.

Events

View a list of upcoming Indigenous workshops, seminars and events. 

Grants & Assistance

Current grants and assistance available to Indigenous businesses and individuals.

Contacts

Contact the IEDU, Business Victoria or browse a list of IEDU partners for various business support needs.