Yolŋu leaders have united in a call to tackle the scourge of domestic violence and work in close collaboration with the Northern Territory (NT) Government and NT Police.

The call from the East Arnhem Regional Council Local Authorities for Milingimbi and Ramingining comes after the death of a 17-year-old Yolŋu girl in a suspected domestic violence incident earlier this month.

A 34-year-old man has been charged with her murder, with police alleging the two knew each other.

In a motion raised by Council President Lapulung Dhamarrandji, Deputy President Stephen Dhamarrandji, and Councillors Marrpalawuy Marika and Ganygulpa Dhurrkay, the members said they were united in their desire to "tackle domestic violence, predominantly against women — as well as violence against and neglect of children — which is not our culture".

"Family, community members and all people calling out and reporting domestic violence and violence against and neglect of children when they see it," the motion read.

Ganygulpa Dhurrkay said people, family and community members needed to "call out violence when they see it".

"People need to be responsible for their actions," she said.

The members committed to working closely with the NT Government and NT Police, as well as "engaging and supporting" other Aboriginal organisations.

These include the Yalu Aboriginal Corporation to help build a "properly coordinated, resourced and effective strategy to support community members to recognise, challenge and prevent further abuse," they added.

Earlier this month, Detective Acting Superintendent Paul Lawson alleged the young girl "died of blunt forced injuries".

"A young woman has lost her life, and our thoughts are with her family and community. Our local members remain in the community and are working closely with those affected. Police would like to thank the community for their assistance during this period," he said.

"A file will also be prepared for the Coroner."

Lapulung Dhamarrandji said: "Domestic violence is not our way. In our culture, women are sacred. They need to be nurtured. Women are the bearers of life, they need to be honoured and respected."

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