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Hoodies talk up Indigenous success

The organisation AIME is using blue hoodies to get people talking and ask 'Can Indigenous success equal Australian success?'.

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By Katrina Yu

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The quest for equality between indigenous and non-indigenous Australians is a challenge confronting Australians on several levels.

But one organisation is using an unconventional garment to help improve educational outcomes for indigenous youth.

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Through a mentorship program AIME is encouraging them to finish school and achieve success.

And it's using blue hoodies to get people talking and asking the question: 'Can Indigenous success equal Australian success?'

Former Olympic hurdler Kyle Vander Kyup says it's a simple program that focuses on giving students self-belief.


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