Indigenous copyright resources
Need assistance working with Indigenous intellectual property? Our copyright resources can help.
Support for Indigenous students
Kaya and welcome to the Library! Learn about our support and spaces for Indigenous students.
Whadjak Malayin Mia (Whadjak Culture Room)
Whadjak Malayin Mia, located on Level 7 at TL Robertson Library (Building 105), is available for all Indigenous students to access, just swipe your student card at the door. It’s a great space to study, hang out and access community support.
In this room you’ll find:
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- Wifi and lots of power for your devices.
- Computers and a printer.
- A whiteboard and whiteboard markers.
- A large screen to connect your laptop to.
For access issues please contact Library Help.
Academic skills support
The Library has Indigenous Learning Advisors and Peer Academic Mentors available to help support you in your studies. Check out their details below, or email LibraryIndigenousSupport@curtin.edu.au for a yarn.
Allira Sinclair
Indigenous Learning Advisor
I am a Nyoongar yorga, of Bibbulman and Yued descent, living on Whadjuk Boodjar. I was a mature-age student when I started a Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science) in 2020 and am currently working between the Library as an Indigenous Learning Advisor and at the Centre of Aboriginal Studies as a Lecturer.
I understand the difficulties of navigating uni and am here to support you on your journey through Curtin.
Rishaye Shaw
Indigenous Peer Academic Mentor (IPAM)
I am a proud Nyikina Gooniyandi woman from the Kimberly region of Western Australia, currently living on Whadjuk Boodjar. I am also a fellow student currently studying a Bachelor of Psychology, so I understand the challenges that come with navigating university life.
That is why I am here to support you, share some tips and tricks, and help you feel connected, confident, and supported throughout your university journey.
Library workshops and support
Request a workshop
Need some help with referencing, or how to start researching for an assignment? Get in touch with us to request a workshop. You can also view and register for our general workshops online.
ITAS tutoring space
Meet with your ITAS tutor in TL Robertson Library! Whadjuk Malayin Miya is the perfect spot to catch up for group or individual tutoring.
For more information about ITAS go to the Current students website.
Curtin Library Indigenous Framework
Nyoongar language in the Library
The Library incorporates Nyoongar language across its spaces and communications
Indigenous All-Stars Conference
The Indigenous All-Stars Conference supports Indigenous HDR students and researchers by providing a culturally safe space to share Indigenous ways of knowing, discuss common research challenges and build meaningful connections.
Further Support
Have questions about our Indigenous support for students and staff? Get in touch with our Indigenous Learning advisor at: LibraryIndigenoussupport@curtin.edu.au
Centre for Aboriginal Studies
The Centre for Aboriginal Studies (CAS) provides a culturally safe learning environment for both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students as well as non-Indigenous students and staff.
Cultural Capability team
The Curtin Cultural Capability team guides and coordinates the Indigenous Cultural Capabilities Framework through authentic education and on-Country immersion experiences for staff, students and the community.