It aims:
To provide contemporary environments and programs for the practice, preservation, maintenance and presentation of traditional knowledge systems and cultural traditions and practices, especially bunggul (traditional dance), Manikay (song), Miny' tji (art) and ceremony.
To share knowledge and culture, thereby fostering greater understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
To develop economic opportunities for Yolngu through education, training, employment, enterprise and remote Indigenous community development.