For everyone ‘Unions for Yes’ backing an Indigenous Voice to Parliament A Voice to Parliament for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders is central to the union movement’s core values of equality and a fair go for all.
For everyone My Favourite Things: Voice to Parliament referendum resources The best resources to support our understanding of the upcoming referendum on a Voice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Early Childhood Unions for Yes The union movement has launched its campaign in support of a Voice to Parliament for First Nations Australians.
For everyone Getting in the good books at Northcote High School library At Northcote High, a cultural audit is unearthing inappropriate books and starting important conversations to create a more culturally safe and aware school community.
Schools Be the change you want to see First Nations teacher and advocate Tanna Draper Nagas is helping lead the way for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
For everyone The whole story A more accurate record of First Nations peoples’ experience of colonial invasion in the curriculum is a chance to move on from the culture wars and give all students an opportunity to learn about the unique diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait cultures.
For everyone First, we listen Writer and Yorta Yorta man DANIEL JAMES reports on the AEU’s inaugural First Nations Forum – an opportunity for union leadership to hear directly from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander members and start building a shared agenda.
For everyone Teaching the truth Together, we must build an education system that amplifies our Indigenous history and culture, and enables First Nations students to feel proud and strong, writes teacher RENEE SONGORO.
For everyone When we read Black Lives Matter Australian authors Maxine Beneba Clarke and Tony Birch talk about their work, the need for greater diversity in school texts and what effect a more inclusive curriculum might have for all students.
TAFE & Adult Provision Rediscovery and reconciliation When family violence survivor and mother of four Tanya McDonald enrolled at TAFE, it was the first step towards changing the course of her life, writes KATIE LANGMORE.
For everyone Culture in the classroom Three Indigenous educators talk to SARAH COLES about the best ways to connect students with First Nations histories, perspectives and cultures.
For everyone Learning Country A new program is supporting local Indigenous elders and educators to take both teachers and students from Moreland Primary School on a journey of local discovery.
For everyone Good heart, powerful action When it comes to First Nations knowledge in the curriculum, we have come a long way in the past few decades, but there is more to be done – and teachers have a powerful role to play.
For everyone My Favourite Things: Indigenous resources online With the growing number of online resources, it is easier than ever to bring Indigenous knowledge and awareness into our classrooms. Here are a few places to start.
For everyone Teaching the full story Director Maya Newell’s new film In My Blood It Runs is a clarion call to change the way Australian schools teach our nation’s history.
Schools PCA matters: leading culturally responsive schools A smoking ceremony held last at Boronia West Primary School was an important day in the school’s quest to build a more inclusive culture.
TAFE & Adult Provision Learning the language of country Institutions need to learn to tread a little lighter on country if they want students to truly understand the land they work in, as one semi-retired TAFE teacher explains.
For everyone Listening to Country A new Indigenous mindfulness practice based on ancient knowledge, Wayapa Wuurrk is helping students develop resilience and respect by connecting to the land.
Schools A more inclusive approach to education Two schools are creating a more inclusive education system by fostering recognition of Indigenous history and culture while addressing intergenerational trauma.
Early Childhood Film review: The Australian Dream ★★★★ Directed by sports documentary-maker Daniel Gordon and written by news anchor Stan Grant, this film about Indigenous AFL play Adam Goodes is a powerful rallying cry for a fairer Australia.