Reconciliation at Curtin
At Curtin, we have a long history of commitment to reconciliation in higher education.
In 1994, we opened our Centre for Aboriginal Studies, a hub for education, research and culturally safe student support. In 1998, we issued a public Statement of Reconciliation and Commitment and in 2008, we were the first teaching and research institution to have a Reconciliation Action Plan.
Today, we continue to learn together how to build relationships between non-Indigenous and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples based on respect and reciprocity. This learning is informed by the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, the Universities Australia Indigenous Strategy and the guidance and wisdom of elders and leaders in our community.
Curtin is committed to integrating contemporary reconciliation across the University, embedded in our Curtin 2030 Strategic Plan and aligned with our antiracism commitment, through our teaching, learning, research and engagement.
Cultural education and experiences
Our cultural immersion education and on-Country experiences help Curtin staff, students and community to understand, respect and engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Carrolup Centre for Truth-Telling
The Carrolup Centre is home to the Herbert Mayer Collection of Carrolup Artworks, a collection of artworks by children of the Stolen Generations, hand-drawn at the Carrolup Native Settlement in Western Australia. It is a place of truth-telling, healing and reconciliation.
Moorditj Yorga Scholarship Program
The Moorditj Yorga Scholarship Program helps Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women access university at Curtin through scholarship funding and support.
Reconciliation resources
UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
The United Nations Declaration establishes a universal framework of minimum standards for the survival, dignity and well-being of the Indigenous peoples of the world.
AIATSIS
The Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS) tells the story of Aboriginal Australia and creates opportunities for people to engage.
There’s nothing casual about racism campaign
The Australian Human Rights Commission’s updated anti-racism campaign focuses on tackling racism wherever it occurs, from the smallest interactions to where it continues in laws, policies and systems.
Kaartdijin Noongar (Noongar Knowledge)
The Kaartdijin Noongar site aims to share the richness of Noongar knowledge, culture and history.
The Little Red Yellow Black Book
The Little Red Yellow Black Book provides an introduction to the rich cultures and histories of Australia’s First Peoples.
Reconciliation WA Reconciliation Learning Hub
The RWA learning hub aims to deepen your understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and cultures and empower you to become an active ally in reconciliation.
Stories of reconciliation
First Nations Fellowship report offers framework to higher ed success
The Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success (ACSES) has today released a new First Nations Fellowship report identifying a…
Curtin researchers among finalists in the Premier’s Science Awards
Four Curtin leaders in their fields have been named finalists in the prestigious Premier’s Science Awards, which celebrate WA’s best…
Report highlights pathways to increase Aboriginal teachers in the NT
The Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success (ACSES) has today released a new First Nations Fellowship report identifying ways…
Developing a National Indigenous Environmental Research Network
More than 300 people have contributed to a nationwide consultation over the past two years to deliver a co-designed case…