The objective of this audit is to assess whether evaluation of Australian Government programs aimed at First Nations peoples is fit for the purpose of continuous improvement, accountability and decision-making.

Entities

  • Attorney-General’s Department
  • Department of Education
  • Department of Employment and Workplace Relations
  • Department of Health, Disability and Ageing
  • Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts
  • Department of Social Services
  • Department of the Treasury
  • Indigenous Business Australia
  • National Indigenous Australians Agency

Audit criteria

The ANAO proposes to examine:

  • Is there an appropriate framework to guide the evaluation of programs that impact First Nation peoples?
  • Is the evaluation of targeted programs fit for purpose?
  • Is the evaluation of mainstream programs that impact First Nation peoples fit for purpose?

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The ANAO does not have a role in commenting on the merits of government policy but focuses on assessing the efficient and effective implementation of government programs, including the achievement of their intended benefits.

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