Nestlé Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Youth Development Program (AYDP)
About Nestlé AYDP
The Nestlé Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Youth Development Program started in 2010 and today is the flagship program of the Nestlé Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).
Through our partnership with NASCA, we have supported over 1,500 First Nations youth with nutrition education and with career pathways
We partner with Gamilaroi Accredited Practicing Dietitian Tracy Hardy to create culturally centred workshops and resources. A key aspect of our nutrition program explores the taste and nutritional benefits of bush foods such as lemon myrtle, saltbush, warrigal greens and strawberry gum.
Tracy Hardy, Gamilaroi Accredited Practicing Dietitian, Wattleseed Nutrition
Nestlé AYDP initiatives
NASCA Cultural Discovery Event
Several representatives from Nestlé attended the NASCA Cultural Discovery Event at the National Centre of Indigenous Excellence in Redfern in 2024. First Nations students from NASCA took corporate partners on a creative journey, sharing their talent with arts and craft while sharing their experience of NASCA.
NASCA CareerFit Conference
Nestlé has participated in NASCA’s CareerFit Conference since 2022. CareerFit is an opportunity for students to learn about different career opportunities and develop their leadership skills. In 2024, Nestlé hosted 30 + students for a cooking and food styling workshop and speed networking session.
Dreamfest
Focused on connecting with each other and to culture, Nestlé has participated in NASCA’s Dreamfest camp since its inception in 2022. Dreamfest is an opportunity for young people to come together for activities such as Traditional Indigenous Games and Aboriginal art workshops. Nestlé has supported with cooking and cultural workshops over the years.