Training and Workforce Development Minister Peter Collier has launched a new Aboriginal Workforce Development Centre in Broome.
The centre is the second of four the state government will open this year to improve co-ordination between job seekers, employers, employment service providers and training providers.
The other centres will be in Bunbury, Kalgoorlie-Boulder and Geraldton. A Perth-based centre has been operating since March last year.
"These centres will play a vital role in helping Aboriginal jobseekers gain meaningful employment through network co-ordination in the local labour market," Mr Collier said.
"They will support Aboriginal people transitioning from school into training, from training into jobs, and from unemployment into employment.
"They will also play a key role putting in place solutions to overcome barriers to employment."
Mr Collier said the Broome centre was a cornerstone of the state's training together-working together Aboriginal workforce development strategy.
He said it would work in partnership with other organisations to provide employment and career training and mentoring services.
"Working with the community is paramount," Mr Collier said.
"The Broome centre is doing this in conjunction with a range of partners, including the University of Notre Dame, the Broome Workforce Development Centre, Kimberley TAFE and Job Services Providers.
"The centre will have a regional steering committee, representing key stakeholders from industry, local Aboriginal leaders and community representatives to ensure they meet local needs and are part of local job creation opportunities."
