STEP 4: RESEARCH SUBMISSION

Due: Week 3, Term 2 (10 marks)

*Refer to p454-455 of the textbook

Instructions:

● Present all of the primary and secondary research you have

undertaken.

● Include copies of all secondary research as well as an appropriately

sourced bibliography of all secondary sources.

● You may conduct further research after this submission to be included

in your final submission

Primary Research

Facebook Responses

The following questions were posted to “Indigenous Connection - Sydney”.

1) How has living in Sydney affected your connection to culture

- "Living in Sydney has definitely presented some challenges in staying

connected to my culture. Being in a bustling city sometimes makes it hard
to find the same sense of community and connection to the land that I feel
back home. But I've also found ways to adapt and keep my culture alive,
like attending cultural events and seeking out other Indigenous people in
the city. It's a journey, but I'm finding my way!"
- “Living in Sydney has definitely shaped my connection to culture in unique
ways. While the urban environment can sometimes feel disconnected from
 traditional practices and lands, it's also exposed me to diverse
perspectives and opportunities to learn”
- “Living in Sydney has been a complex journey in balancing my connection
to culture.”
- “It's not always easy being far from traditional lands and communities, but
it's also opened doors to new experiences.”
- “Navigating urban life while staying true to my roots has definitely been a
learning curve, but it's taught me resilience and the importance of finding
cultural connection wherever I go."

2) How have you been able to improve your connection in the city

- “I've been lucky to find organisations and programs that support

Indigenous youth like me, offering everything from language classes to
cultural workshops.”
- “Connecting with other Indigenous people in Sydney has been a huge help.
We share stories, traditions, and support each other in staying connected
to our roots."
- "Improving my connection to culture in the city has been a mix of seeking
out resources and creating my own path.”
- “It's been a process of exploration and self-discovery, but each step has
brought me closer to my roots and strengthened my sense of identity."
- "Improving my connection to culture in the city has been a mix of personal
exploration and community support. I've sought out cultural events,
workshops, and mentorship programs to learn more about my heritage
and connect with other Indigenous people in Sydney.”
3) How have Indigenous people, to your perception, been impacted by the urban

environment

- “From what I've seen, Indigenous people in the urban environment face
unique challenges. There's often a disconnect from traditional lands and
cultural practices, which can impact our sense of identity and belonging.
Plus, issues like discrimination and lack of access to culturally appropriate
services can take a toll. But despite these challenges, I've also witnessed
incredible resilience and strength within the Indigenous community here in
Sydney."
 - "In the urban environment, Indigenous people face unique challenges that
can impact our well-being and sense of belonging. From cultural
displacement to systemic inequalities, there are barriers that make it
harder to maintain our connection to culture.”
- “From cultural disconnection to systemic inequalities, there are barriers
that can make it harder to maintain our connection to culture. Despite
these challenges, I've witnessed the resilience and strength of the
Indigenous community in Sydney, as we support each other and advocate
for change."
-
4) How have governments responded to issues faced by Indigenous Australian

- “Governments have responded to issues faced by Indigenous Australians

in various ways, some more effective than others. While there have been so
many initiatives aimed at improving healthcare, education, and housing
for Indigenous communities, there's still a long way to go. Many Indigenous
people, including myself, feel that government policies often fall short of
addressing the root causes of inequality and systemic discrimination that
we constantly face.”
- “While initiatives like reconciliation efforts and cultural awareness
programs are a step in the right direction, systemic issues like
discrimination and lack of access to resources continue to affect
Indigenous communities. We need policies that address these root causes
and empower Indigenous voices in decision-making processes."
- "Governments have made efforts to address issues faced by Indigenous
Australians, but there's still much progress to be made. While policies like
land rights and cultural preservation initiatives are steps in the right
direction, there's a need for greater recognition of Indigenous rights and
involvement in decision-making processes. It's crucial for governments to
listen to Indigenous voices and work collaboratively to create positive
change."

5) What are the aims of this group and how does it facilitate Indigenous

connection to culture

- “This group aims to provide a supportive space for Indigenous people in

Sydney to connect with our culture and each other.”
 - “Through events, workshops, and community initiatives, we strive to
celebrate and preserve our traditions while navigating urban life. Whether
it's sharing stories, learning language, or advocating for our rights, our goal
is to strengthen our connection to culture and empower Indigenous voices
in the city."
- "This group aims to be a supportive community for Indigenous people in
Sydney, fostering cultural connection and empowerment.”
- “Our goal is to create a space where Indigenous voices are heard,
respected, and uplifted, leading to greater cultural resilience and unity."
-
Interview - Nyree Davison IGS Student

Interview Transcript

Yeah, I just saw like, I'm, like, so interested in and I thought like, it'd be good and
it'd be like, something interesting to do. And I felt like the geography project was
kind of like a good way to kind of like lean into that yeah. Are you okay if we get
started
Yeah
I feel so awkward.
Like, don't be like, it's all chill. We're just having a chat, yeah. Okay.
So yeah, like these just kind of like the basic questions, I thought we can kind of
like, build off of this. We’ll start with a bit of an introduction so, obviously, you're
indigenous, like sharing
Yeah, so I'm indigenous from both my mom and my dad. My mom is Gamiliroy.
And like, our country is around Coonabarabran which is west New South Wales.
And then my dad is Gadigal, which is the land we are on now and dhangadhi,
which is around Port Macquarie, it's north of here.
Hey, so I would like to be one is like being an indigenous person. Obviously, land is
such an important part of that. And living in Sydney, you don't have the same
kind of access that you might have if you lived in our own country, what would
you feel like? What are the maybe like positive and negative aspects of living in
Sydney?
Well, obviously, it's a little bit different for me, because I feel like a lot of kids and
indigenous people that work in you know, commute and are in school in the city,
aren't Gadigal, but I am so yeah, I'm constantly on country, which is amazing. But I
think the difference is, like, the city is so busy. And there are so many big buildings
that it's actually hard to ground yourself, you know what I mean? Like, it's hard to
connect to the land with this concrete all over the top of it. And I guess that's
definitely different in the aspects to like, when I think of my dad's side, I think of
both of his tribes of saltwater people, you know what I mean. But when we go to
dhangadhi land, it is so much easier to like ground myself and to be able to
connect with my country because the beach is right there. Yeah, it's not filled
with, like, heaps of people. And it doesn't have concrete anywhere and stuff. Still
in its natural state. Yeah, exactly. Exactly. Which just I think that's the difference is,
like the preservation of the actual country allows me to connect with it. And
there's not much of that left in the city, which is I don't know if that answers your
question.
No, that does that. So yeah, like, just like, the barriers of like, concrete and urban
kind of setting that were in.
Yeah, exactly. Yeah. All right. Perfect. And then we move on to the next question.
Do you think that because your race, like it, affects how people treat you? Or your
family as well?
Yeah, I mean, 100%, you know, like, racism is a thing. And I mean, I could sit here
and give you example after example of ways I've been racially discriminated
against. But it's not worth my time. You know what I mean? Yeah, people definitely
do judge people by what they look like, and, you know, by what their skin colour is,
and stuff like that. But yeah, I don't know. Yeah.
I just want to preface anything that you feel uncomfortable answering, just let me
know. And like, I just thought I'd mentioned that as well. Next out and say, like,
what, what aspects you think is so important for Indigenous kids to learn about
their culture, obviously, like so much that he's all alone? But why do I think it's
important? What are the key things? Do you think that like, Indigenous kids should
learn? And then maybe as well, after that everyone should be learning in
schools?
Literally, I have two things to say for this, but the overarching thing I find so
important is language. Yeah. Like, literally, language is the foundation of every
culture, you know what I mean? That allows people to connect to one another.
And there's something so like, remarkable about being able to talk in a language
that was deprived of your ancestors, and your grandparents, you know what I
mean? Yeah. And it's such a vital reclamation of that culture that I find it so
important second to language, which I think should not be limited to Indigenous
kids. I think everybody should have an option to learn the language of whatever
area the school is on, you know, is
like, practical cultural practices. Yeah, if that makes sense, like going out and
back burning that it was so important for like Gamilroy people as well. Yeah. And
like, oh, for my dad, like fishing, oyster taking resources from your country and
allowing the country to rehabilitate itself, like the cultural practices of the land
that you're on. It's so important for not only indigenous people to learn, but non
Indigenous, to care for the land and to connect to the land.
That's so insightful? Oh my gosh, you're so. So what would you say you and your
family do to celebrate culture while living in the city?
Um, oh, well, I mean, there's Yarbin every year, and we've flocked here, but like, I
absolutely love it. It's just like such a big sense of community, you know, we have
so many people, indigenous communities that are in the city every day and don't
get to see each other, you know, with 3%. And then everybody gets together on
one day of this year, and we all celebrate the abundance of our culture through
everything that it's supposed to be, which is, you know, like cultural knowledge
singing, dancing, painting, like talking language is just so amazing. So we do that.
Yeah, I'm not sure what else there is. Sometimes there are small markets as well. I
mean, it's good to support local, you know, like local artists and stuff like that.
Yeah.
And do you think about kids in the younger generation signing up for any
opportunities that you think would make you for them in or get in or out of
school? What would you say about like, IGS is the ability to, like, facilitate kids
understanding and learning about their culture and that kind of stuff?
To share that again, sorry.
Yeah, like obviously, celebrating your culture and like going to these big festivals.
And then also like in school, and like kids who are learning kind of linking to other
question, I should have done it in a different order, but like, you know, within the
IGs community, do you think that kids are, like, not only learning but like,
celebrating their culture?
And yeah, I think they are, you know, actually, like, what, what's the thing called, I
think it's like language day or something.
Yeah, international day,
International Day. There we go. Yeah, like, I remember, when I was a kid, that
whole day was so important to me, because I would like spend a week with my
mom talking about the pieces of my tribe that I can integrate into my costume,
you know, and the most, like, lovely thing for me to do as a kid and understanding
my own culture was to be representing it in my school and sharing it with my
friends and stuff like that, which I thought was so amazing. And not only do we
have international day, but there's also a Koori club full of Indigenous kids, where
literally, all we do is we get together and we yarn, and we celebrate the fact that
we're all indigenous, and we're all together.
No, that's it. This is kind of going down like a different tangent more into like, more
broad and like saying, like, from the government support for the government
from for indigenous people. What would you like, say about that? Do you think
there's adequate support? Or?
Overall?
Yeah, just for indigenous people like living in Sydney, living in Australia?
Like, I definitely don't think so. Yeah. What can I say? I mean, a lot of organisations
that actually help indigenous people are, like non government organisations.
Yeah. What I mean, yeah.
And I feel like the tendency of the government is to acknowledge the rights of
indigenous people, and then do nothing to act upon them. Yeah. You know what I
mean? Yeah, there's a lot of stuff about them, like, they go to say, oh, we'll do
legislation for this. This is what we hope to do. And then Oh, you're so your culture
is so deserving of doing this. And then there's a lack thereof, the actual effect on
the community. Same with what's happening? What is it Western Australia right
now? And you know, there's so many implementations of curfews and the
removal from entire communities like taking away the source is going to
inherently have a domino effect in all of the like, all the things it's contributed to
down the line, you know, like alcohol is has contributed to domestic abuse, and
the numbers of that are so high, and communities are so rural, and the
government is doing nothing about it. Yeah, I think we should definitely be
addressing it so much better than what we're doing right now. Yeah.
And, like, through a lot of my research, one of the like, the big themes that came
out, is that they are making try are attempting to make these policies but they're
not actually getting indigenous people to be on these boards and on the
committees and actually making like the decisions and aren't talking about how
it's actually probably going to affect those people and their people. Like would
you agree with that? Like, because that's what like the biggest thing that I saw
and everything I research
That is like exactly it because they are the government is neglecting to involve
indigenous people in their work and therefore neglecting the actual cultural
needs, which is the root of the problem. The problem is most of these people
being affected as so, you know, involved with culture, and they've been deprived
of it and now the government wants to continue doing that and it's crazy.
Thank you. That's so then kind of moving away from like that government stuff as
well is Do you think that like in the media and reflected in like movies, TV shows
books that you kind of see all around? Do you think that the general conception
of indigenous people is true? Because I think they can also be a lot of like,
stereotyping, or this or that. And like, what do you think about, like, the reflection
of indigenous people? And like?
So I'm asking wordy questions,
I'm just gonna know because I understand. Yeah, you know what I mean? I'm just
trying to think about how I can articulate that because, I mean, there are so
many limited indigenous roles in the media, if that makes sense. And when they
are in the media, it's, like, aimed specifically for indigenous people. Like, I don't
know if you've watched it, but black comedy is like a, obviously it's a comedy
show about the stereotypes of indigenous people. Yeah. And so like, one of the
segments is like, one of the segments is like, the black police force, you know
what I mean? Yeah, they'll get in trouble over really dumb stuff. Because, yeah,
like all of this stuff. I think that show was like a really good contrast to like, just not
taking stereotypes. Seriously, ya know what I mean? Because they show it so
blatantly. But apart from that, I mean, I don't know. I don't really watch too much.
Yeah. Do you have any examples?
I was thinking like, what, like, I just don't have much heartbreak Hi.
Or I've watched like three episodes?
Yeah, it's like, well, I just like think about like one of the two main characters who
are both indigenous. And I watched an interview of like, the actor who played one
of the Malakai hands, like Malakai on the show, and
I'm in love with him.
Yeah. And talking about how he thought it was important in the sense that his
culture was a part of who he was. But it wasn't all that who he was. And his
character was more developed than just his, like, he thought that he's seen in the
media that if there were indigenous characters that weren't really offensive, or
like, stereotypes, the flip side of all they had was their culture, and they didn't
have unique personality traits. And I think he really stressed that I was like, what
an exact like, resonate with you like, yeah,
Under that statement? Like, literally, I 100% agree with that, you know, because I
feel like when an indigenous person is put into media, or film or whatever it be,
the focus is the fact that they're indigenous. Yeah. And not the fact that they have
their whole identity. Yeah. And I think there's a lack to recognise that indigenous
people are more than just their culture, but their people, and that's what has
always limited them. Literally, until, what, two generations ago, indigenous people
weren't even considered humans, and although we have legal recognition,
people still like this hesitancy to actually accept that. And it's crazy that that's
being represented in like, modern, like media. Yeah. Yeah, but it does happen.
Yeah. 100%.
No, that's so actually, I had, I have a few more questions, I will wrap it up. Don't
take up too much. Too much time of your life. And so as a thing of
Oh, yeah. So being connected to your culture, obviously, is a huge part of your
identity. And how do you think that, like, helps you to grow and feel like, you know,
be the best version of yourself will connect to the community and like, that's really
good.
Well, obviously, not only is it different for wherever you come from whatever your
mob is, but also like your family. For example, I feel like what's the word? Gratitude
is practised really, like widely in my family, especially on my mom's side, and like,
we have gratitude for nature and throughout culture that fuels into the reciprocal
relationship we own with Mother, you know what I mean? So like caring for her,
but also having gratitude for how beautiful the land is, and what it gives us. And
we do that through like, practices, you know, what I mean, cultural practices, like,
we'll go on. I'm having a mind blank, we climb this hill on the mission, what family
was, like put in, right, and as we're walking up the hill, like, we'll clean it up, and if
it's rubbish, we'll put it away. And we do it every morning before Easter, so that we
can watch a sunrise and the whole practice is about gratitude, and care of the
land and what you do have right now in this moment, yeah, which I think has
translated into me as a person. I just have so much gratitude for everything that I
do have in my life. You know what I mean? Yeah, because it can so easily be
tarnished other people. But the only thing that you can do is make it as good as
you can. So you can pick up the rubbish in your own life. It doesn't matter if
somebody else put it there like it's in your path. It's on your country. It's in your
land. You have to be grateful for it. That's just an example of it. Yeah.
Oh my gosh, that's so nice. Okay, well, that's kind of all I had. Thank you so much
for speaking with me. Everything you said. It's just so informative and helpful.

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Photographs

Photos are valuable primary sources because they provide direct visual evidence
of historical moments, capturing details that written descriptions might miss.
They convey context, emotion, and expressions, offering deeper insights into the
people and events of the time. As authentic records, photos can corroborate
other sources and document changes in society and environment. Their visual
nature also evokes strong emotional responses, making history more engaging
and accessible.
NSW Art Gallery - Yiribana Gallery

The dedicated art gallery to

Indigenous Art

Crystal Street Mural

“I have a dream” Mural

Indigenous Art at IGS

A poster of Indigenous celebration An Indigenous acknowledgement of A large Indigenous

at IGS country located outside the school artwork in Lvl 2

Attempted Interviews

Secondary research

Australian Indigenous Health Info Net

Under the range of holistic frameworks and models that have defined social and
emotional wellbeing (SEWB) for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Country,
culture and spirituality play important roles to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander people. Country, culture and spirituality may have different
meanings and significance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and
communities across Australia, and can be dependent on factors such as age,
geographical location and cultural knowledge .
Rather than viewing Country, or land, as a physical environment, Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander people consider Country as a deeply symbolic and spiritual place . The
connection between person and Country reinforces Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
peoples’ identity and sense of belonging . Connection to Country can be expressed or
maintained by, but not limited to:

● caring for Country

● birthing on Country
● spending time on Country
● ‘finishing up’ and/or being buried in the Country.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ connection to culture refers to the
preservation, continual expression and practice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
cultural heritage . Sustaining an active and healthy relationship with culture strengthens
identity, builds resilience and provides opportunities to connect with the past . Cultural
expression may include:

● language and storytelling

● dance and ceremony
● music and art
● kinship
● history
● law.

Spirituality is a complex concept which connects the past, present and future , and
encompasses a person’s relationship with other people, the living (e.g. animals) and
non-living (e.g. tides) life forces. The spirituality of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
people can be expressed in many ways, including art, song, story, ceremony and
Dreaming. Dreaming refers to the understanding that the world was created by ancestral
spirits; Country and spirituality are therefore strongly linked and central to the identity of
many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The merging of religions, cultures and
technologies means that concepts of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander spirituality
have evolved over time and vary among the diverse cultural groups across Australia .

It is important for health practitioners to recognise the significance of Country, culture

and spirituality for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and to understand that
when these domains become disrupted, culturally appropriate intervention is required .
There are a number of successful programs in Australia which support Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander people to (re) connect to Country, culture and spirituality . Research
has demonstrated that connecting to Country, culture and spirituality is becoming
increasingly fundamental to the resilience and positive SEWB of Aboriginal and Torres
Strait Islander.
2021 Census Data Indigenous Australians
NIAA Celebrating Indigenous Culture

Indigenous interpreter services are critical to ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander Australians are effectively engaged with and have equal access to government
services and opportunities. The Government committed $6.96 million in 2016-17 and $5.17
million in 2017-18 to improve access to Indigenous interpreting services and to support
an ongoing supply of a well-trained workforce through training and accreditation of
Indigenous interpreters in the Northern Territory, South Australia, Western Australia and
Queensland.
Another way the Australian Government recognises, respects and supports Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander cultures is by investing in the cultural capability and
competency of its staff through a wide range of training and development opportunities
The Government also celebrates and preserves culture by funding cultural festivals,
cultural exchange camps and programs, culture centres and hubs, heritage trails and
the preservation and archiving of community collections.
The Government recognises that Indigenous arts and languages are essential to the
wellbeing and identity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and play an integral
role in ensuring the sustainability, vitality and strength of Indigenous communities.

Connection to culture relationship with crime.

Possessing a strong cultural identity has been shown to protect against mental healthy
symptoms and buffer distress promoted by discrimination.
A positive cultural identity can provide an individual with a sense of belonging, purpose,
social support and self worth.
Sustaining a strong cultural identity is a key component of Social and Emotional
Wellbeing, an Indiegnous Australian framework of health. Here, an identity can be
cultivated and maintained through participating in cultural events and developing a
connection to family, community and traditional lands.
Identifying and engaging in Indigenous cultures has been linked with enhanced
self-assessed health, improved educational ad employment outcomes and greater life
satisfaction.

Closing the Gap Report

Employment

In 2018, the Indigenous employment rate was around 49 per cent compared to around 75
per cent for non-Indigenous Australians.

Over the past decade (2008–2018), the employment rate for Indigenous Australians
increased slightly (by 0.9 percentage points), while for non‑Indigenous Australians it fell
by 0.4 percentage points. As a result, the gap has not changed markedly.

The Indigenous employment rate varied by remoteness. Major Cities had the highest
employment rate at around 59 per cent compared to around 35 per cent in Very Remote
areas. The gap in employment outcomes between Indigenous and non-Indigenous
Australians was widest in Remote and Very Remote Australia.

Education

The majority of Indigenous students attended school for an average of just over 4 days a
week in 2019. These students largely lived in Major Cities and regional areas.

School attendance rates for Indigenous students have not improved over the past five
years. Attendance rates for Indigenous students remain lower than for non‑Indigenous
students (around 82 per cent compared to 92 per cent in 2019).

Gaps in attendance are evident for Indigenous children as a group from the first year of
schooling. The attendance gap widens during secondary school. In 2019, the attendance
rate for Indigenous primary school students was 85 per cent—a gap of around 9
percentage points. By Year 10, Indigenous students attend school 72 per cent of the time
on average—a gap of around 17 percentage points.
ANU Benefits to Hiring Indigenous People

Relatively low rates of employment are one of the reasons for many of the poor
economic and socia loutcomes experienced by Indigenous Australians. Increases in the
rate of Indigenous employment would result in significant economic gains to the
individuals who move into employment, and their families and communities, to the
government who would receive higher tax revenues and have lower social security
outlays, and the economy as a whole via the increases in the effective labour supply. The
existing research also finds that there are health and social benefits that flow from paid
employment.

NSW Public Schools for Indigenous People

Instructional Leaders: Aboriginal Education. This initiative developed in 2020 aims to
improve Aboriginal student outcomes, engagement and attendance with a focus on
wellbeing. The program will build teacher capacity to engage Aboriginal students in
learning while enhancing connections to the local community.

The Aboriginal Learning and Engagement Centre (AL&EC) initiative was implemented in
2020 to increase the proportion of Aboriginal students attaining their HSC whilst
maintaining cultural identity.Through the provision of wellbeing, academic and cultural
support the AL&ECs aim to enhance outcomes for secondary Aboriginal students, with a
focus to improve student engagement, attendance, retention, HSC attainment and
support for students at key transition points to progress.

Pirru Thangkuray is a cultural engagement and goal setting program delivered by NSW
Aboriginal Consultative Group Inc. supporting Aboriginal students across 21 NSW Public
school sites. This cultural goal setting program aims to support Aboriginal students and
improve educational outcomes for students in Years 9-12, through the delivery of
Aboriginal perspectives and authentic cultural content that inspires students to fulfil their
goals and aspirations.

The Aboriginal Education and Communities Directorate partners with the NSW Aboriginal
Education Consultative Group Incorporated (NSW AECG Inc.) to support cultural inclusion
and imrpove academic achievement of Aboriginal students.These camps inspire and
motivate students to learn more about Aboriginal Language and Culture, STEM subjects,
health and mental health, wellbeing and lifestyle, and physical activity including sports.
The STEM camps in particular aim to encourage students to consider STEM as a future
career or investigate the many diverse and interesting areas of science, technology,
engineering and maths.
University of Sydney Report on Indigenous Health

Three Indigenous health projects led by teams at the University of Sydney will share in
over $3.2 million as part of an initiative by the Australian Government to help find new
ways to reduce chronic disease, improve mental health, help people quit smoking and
increase resilience in kids.’

The Connecting our Way project received over $900,000 to build confidence in children in
emotional regulation, mindfulness, and managing emotions at high-risk times. The
program will be customisable to local needs and teach children how to de-escalate,
soothe and respond appropriately, to create a trauma-informed, culturally infused sense
of belonging that improves Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children’s mental health
and wellbeing, by building their connections to identity, culture and community.

The project received $1.8 million in funding. It has been co-designed with Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander experts with expertise and experience in pharmacy, co-design and
mental health, from design through to evaluation. Thereby it will ensure that
pharmacists’ training is culturally informed, sensitive to, and reflective of the needs of
First Nations peoples.

Australians Together

Our Mission: We listen and learn from First Nations people to help non-Indigenous
Australians build a greater awareness of our shared history and its ongoing impact, gain
a deeper respect for First Nations perspectives, and help pave the way for meaningful
actions for an Australia together.

What we do: We work together through respectful relationships to listen, learn and
collaboratively create educational resources for all Australians. We aim to increase
awareness and understanding of our shared history, its ongoing impact, and help pave
the way for meaningful actions.
Our focus: We focus on teachers. They impact the learning and perspectives of the next
generation. Our resources are created by applying the Australians Together Learning
Framework and are developed with First Nations educators to ensure they are authentic
and transformative