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Australian Indigenous Ministries

Short- and long-term mission with Australian Indigenous Ministries

Founded in 1905 as Aborigines Inland Mission, AIM works to see strong Aboriginal churches by discipling believers and developing Indigenous leaders. Short- and long-term workers serve in urban, rural and remote communities in Bible teaching, outreach and practical support.

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Why this is listed

The oldest evangelical mission to Aboriginal Australians, with a published statement of faith and a servant posture toward Indigenous-led churches; link checked 2026-10-24.

How to start

  1. Open australianindigenousministries.org.au (opens an external site) and read what Australian Indigenous Ministries says about itself before you read anything else.
  2. Check the time it asks for: ongoing.
  3. Look at the filings below, then decide. Numbers are context, not a verdict.
  4. Tell your church. Going out is rarely meant to be done alone.

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Before you go

Something to read, watch or listen to before you show up. From Ripened Harvest; the picks change each day.

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