Supporters are turning everyday steps into donations for Aboriginal education, with a community walking challenge inviting families, schools and businesses to raise funds for Redfern Jarjum College, an Aboriginal community-controlled primary school.
The initiative, called Mob on the Move, runs from 15 February to 15 March as a month-long community walking challenge, encouraging participants to set movement goals and track their kilometres, while raising funds for school services.
Promoted by Redfern Jarjum College, the fundraiser supports school services including a bus service, food, uniforms and other student support. Supporters are encouraged to donate through the campaign website, where participants can create and share individual fundraising pages.
Throughout the challenge, students, staff and supporters are walking, tracking kilometres and learning more about First Nations culture as the wider community is urged to get involved through donations and participation.
With the challenge running through March 15 and a Harbour Bridge walk planned for March 20, organisers are encouraging more people to donate and take part to support Aboriginal-led education in Redfern.
Redfern Jarjum College was established in 2013 on the historic St Vincent’s site at 117 Redfern Street, following years of development and consultation with the local community. The school was founded with a vision to mentor, educate and assist disadvantaged children, building on a long tradition of the site as a place of shelter and support for vulnerable people in inner Sydney.
Its origins trace back to 2009, when St Aloysius’ College was granted a lease to develop a free school serving local children in need.
The college also continues a legacy of community service linked to Father Ted Kennedy and Aboriginal community leader Shirley “Mum Shirl” Smith, who established support services for Aboriginal people in Redfern, including housing and medical initiatives. The school aims to preserve their vision of assistance and care for those in need, reflecting Redfern’s long history as a centre for Aboriginal community life and support.
Published 23-Feb-2026
