The Northern Territory Indigenous Business Network (NTIBN) is proud to present the 12th Aboriginal Economic Development Forum (AEDF12) - Australia’s premier event dedicated to Aboriginal economic empowerment and enterprise. AEDF12 will take place from 13 - 15 October 2025 at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Darwin.

This highly anticipated forum is one of the nation’s largest gatherings focused on Aboriginal economic development. It brings together a powerful cross-section of entrepreneurs, business leaders, industry representatives, government officials, and community stakeholders, all committed to advancing economic sovereignty for Aboriginal people across the Northern Territory and beyond.

The unifying theme of this year’s forum is Blak & Bold - a declaration of strength, ambition, and unapologetic leadership. It celebrates a future grounded in deep connection to Country, culture, and community, and calls for a new era of Aboriginal-led economic transformation.

Blak Economic Power is more than a vision; it’s a movement to place economic opportunity where it belongs - in the hands of Aboriginal people, families, and communities.

The AEDF12 program includes a welcome reception, plenary sessions with keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and a Marketplace showcasing Aboriginal businesses, services, and programs from across the Territory. There has never been a better time to engage and invest in the Northern Territory. The region’s location, its people, and its resources offer unparalleled opportunities for driving Aboriginal economic development.

The forum will bring together Blak thought-leaders and change-makers from across the Northern Territory to drive real economic impact.