BARKUMA
Live your all.
Barkuma is a not-for-profit organisation that provides a range of supports for people with disability. For over 50 years, Barkuma has supported South Australians with disabilities Live their All. Together, we establish the capacity and confidence to transition out of high school and continue to build a life of independence that makes quality employment and accommodation outcomes achievable.
YOU
Barkuma is here to support you to live your best life. Find out how we can work alongside you at school, at work, at home and in your community to live your all.
SERVICES & SUPPORT
At Barkuma, we understand Intellectual Disability, Learning Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Our supports include School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES), Transition from High School to Work, Supported Employment (Barkuma Commercial Services), Open Employment (DES), Supported Independent Living (SIL).
BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
We work with local business to deliver high quality solutions in our two factories. We also help employers build a more inclusive workforce.
THE BARKUMA JOURNAL
Barkuma’s Commitment to Digital Accessibility
At Barkuma, we believe everyone should have equal access to digital resources, no matter their abilities. We are dedicated to making digital content accessible for people with Autism and intellectual disabilities.
Reflecting on 40 Years of Dedication: A Farewell to the Barkuma Board
After more than 40 years serving as a volunteer director on the Barkuma Board (the last 25 as Chairperson), I have made the difficult decision that 2025 will be my final year as a Board Member.
Empowering Change – Barkuma’s First Board Observer, Gavin Partridge
Recently, Barkuma had the pleasure of interviewing Gavin, the first participant in the Board Observership Program at Barkuma. This initiative aims to develop governance skills among individuals with disabilities, enabling their participation in high-level decision-making within organisations.
Weber Australia Partnership Creates Jobs for South Australians with Disabilities
A new commercial partnership between Barkuma and Weber Australia is driving job creation and skills development for South Australians with disabilities.
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