A long and proud history

The University of Newcastle has a long and proud history as an innovator in educational outcomes and employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are also the sector leader of Indigenous student enrolments and employment of  Indigenous staff.

We've committed to build on our achievements. In doing so, we will strengthen collaborations and partnerships with Indigenous communities within our regions and beyond.

Reviving Indigenous Languages 4:20

People in the Hunter and around the country are using a unique community program to keep Indigenous languages alive.

Leaders in the Reconciliation movement

We are leaders in the Reconciliation movement, and continually strive to provide a culturally responsive environment for our staff, students and community.

We are guided by relationships

We are guided by relationships and through the work of our local Indigenous communities.