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Indigenous commitment
A proud history of collaborating with Indigenous Australians.
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.
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The Wollotuka Institute
Committed to the advancement and leadership of Indigenous education at a local, national and global level.
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The Office of Indigenous Strategy and Leadership
Responsible for driving a whole-of-University approach to Indigenous success.
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Thurru Indigenous Health Unit
Providing national leadership in the provision of community responsive Indigenous health education.
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Purai Global Indigenous History Centre
Integrating global and transnational analytical perspectives and frameworks with research on Indigenous and diaspora histories and other related histories of race.
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Students increase cultural understanding with numeracy and Knights
The University of Newcastle’s successful Aboriginal Numeracy Gala Day will return on Monday 1 July, engaging students across the region with an opportunity to combine numeracy, fun, sport and learning pathways.
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Sector-first approach to Indigenous health research
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From the Classroom to the Operating Room: Emily Mason’s Journey as an Indigenous Female Surgeon
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Newcastle’s largest reconciliation event Ngarrama returns stronger than ever
Building on two successful years of reflection, the University of Newcastle is proud to welcome the wider community once again to Ngarrama.
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Wollotuka Institute celebrates 40 years
The University of Newcastle and our broader communities are proud to mark the 40th anniversary of the esteemed Wollotuka Institute.
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University of Newcastle recognised as national leader in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff
The University of Newcastle’s commitment to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff has been officially recognised, with the University being named the first university in Australia to receive a ‘Cygnet Award’ for Indigenous Cultural Competency.
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The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.