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 Inclusive Employment Australia, School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES), Transition from High School to Work, Supported Employment (Barkuma Commercial Services), 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
Creating Opportunities, Delivering Quality: Barkuma and Barossa Fine Foods
Barkuma's commercial partnerships span a diverse range of South Australian industries, each built on the foundation of reliability, quality and trust. Across packaging, assembly and a range of other commercial services, these partnerships give production workers the...
Partner Spotlight: Señor Mexican
Discover how Adelaide food brand Señor Mexican partnered with Barkuma for reliable spice packaging, built on trust, quality, communication and community impact.
Delivering on the Partnership: Dylan’s Story
Dylan’s role in Barkuma’s Olive Room is more than just packaging olives. It is a story of opportunity, partnership and purpose, showcasing how meaningful employment empowers people to develop skills, gain confidence and make a valued contribution every day.
Learning Beyond the Boardroom: Jesse’s Board Observership Journey
Curiosity has always been one of Jesse’s defining characteristics. Ask him about his interests and the conversation could take you almost anywhere – from Shakespeare and iambic pentameter to world history, economics, politics and the films of legendary Japanese director Akira Kurosawa.
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