2014

The Aurora Project internships and training opportunities

Posted: August 7th, 2014

Filed under: Aurora Project, Indigenous Employment and Training, Internship, Introduction to Native Title Anthropology, Training

Applications for the Aurora Project’s summer 2014/2015 round of internships are now open.

There are two internship streams tailored to Anthropology and Social Science candidates and to Legal candidates. Students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding eligibility and how to apply please see the flyers below click here to visit the Aurora Project’s website.

The Aurora Project is also offering a free 3day Introduction to Native Title Anthropology workshop. Aurora interns and Anthropologists recently employed with a NTRB will be given priority. However, all students and recent graduates interested in pursuing a career in Native Title are welcome to apply. For more information on the workshop please see the flyer below or click here to visit the website.

Aurora Internship Summer 2014-15 round – Anthro-Social Science Flyer

Aurora Internship Summer 2014-15 round – Legal Flyer I

ntroduction to Native Title Anthropology Workshop Flyer

Today is Aboriginal Children’s Day

Posted: August 4th, 2014

Filed under: National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day, Secretariat of National Aboriginal and Islander Care (SNAICC)

National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day is celebrated across Australia each year on 4 August.

Children’s Day, and the week leading up to it, is a time to for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families to celebrate the strengths and culture of their children. The day is an opportunity for all Australians to show their support for Aboriginal children, as well as learn about the crucial impact that community, culture and family play in the life of every Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child.

In 2014 Children’s Day will focus on celebrating the positive role culture plays in children’s safety and wellbeing. This year’s theme is: Kids in Culture – Strong, Proud, Resilient.

To learn more visit the Children’s Day website

Bloodwood Tree Career Expo in Hedland

Posted: August 1st, 2014

Filed under: Bloodwood Tree Association, Career Expo, Port Hedland

Bloodwood Tree Association is holding a Career and Try-A-Trade Expo at the Hedland Senior High School oval on 29 August 2014, from 8:30 am – 2pm. The Expo is an annual event to allow people to explore a wide range of career opportunities on offer in Port Hedland and beyond.

The Bloodwood Tree Association is an Aboriginal Corporation established in 1977 which helps support the community in many ways, including training and work ready programs, substance abuse support, and support for the homeless. For more information on the Career and try-A-Trade Expo email hradmin@bloodwoodtree.org.au or call 9138 3000.

Have your say on proposed changes to Aboriginal heritage law

Posted: July 9th, 2014

Filed under: Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA), Department of Aboriginal Affairs

YMAC is very concerned about proposed changes to the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA). Click on the two links below to read more about YMAC’s concerns and how you can make your submission to the Department of Aboriginal Affairs by 6 August 2014.

Letter from the YMAC chairs on proposed changes to the Aboriginal Heritage Act

Changes to the Aboriginal Heritage Act- YMAC fact sheet

YMAC strongly encourages Traditional Owners to be informed about these proposals and to make a submission in writing to the DAA before the deadline.

How to make a submission:

1. Read the fact sheet above and go to www.daa.wa.gov.au or call the DAA on 1800 727 985 to find out about the amendments

2. Send your comments to aha.reform@daa.wa.gov.au or

Chief Heritage Officer

Department of Aboriginal Affairs

PO Box 3153

EAST PERTH WA 6892

3. The deadline for submissions is 6 August 2014

Indigenous Advanced Management Scholarships

Posted: July 9th, 2014

Filed under: AIM WA, Executive Education, Indigenous Scholarships., Leadership, Management, UWA Business School

The Australian Institute of Management WA (AIM WA) is offering two full scholarship places for Indigenous participants to attend the Advanced Management Program (AMP) in September. The scholarship is funded by BHPB and includes the full program fee (inclusive of meals and accommodation), travel, transfers, and transit fees of up to $2000 if the participant is coming from elsewhere in Australia. .

The Advanced Management Program is run by AIM WA and the University of Western Australia Business School. The program runs from 7th – 12th September and will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to take the next step in executive leadership.

For more information on the Advanced Management Program click here. Information on the scholarship can be found on page six of the attached brochure or by contacting AIM WA.

AIM-UWA Business School Executive Education Advanced Magement Program Brochure

Celebrating NAIDOC Week!

Posted: July 7th, 2014

Filed under: Celebrate, NAIDOC week 2014, serving country

NAIDOC Week began yesterday with events held throughout Australia.

The NAIDOC theme for 2014 is Serving Country: Centenary & Beyond. This theme honours all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have fought for the defence of country.

YMAC staff joined many other organisations at the NAIDOC Opening ceremony where a number of outstanding acts performed with further celebrations to follow in the Pilbara and Yamatji regions.

For more information about events near you visit the NAIDOC website.

Scholarship opportunity to attend international leadership program

Posted: June 25th, 2014

Filed under: Chief Executive Women, Indigenous Scholarships., INSEAD, International Leadership, The Roberta Sykes Indigenous Education Foundation

The Roberta Sykes Indigenous Education Foundation in conjunction with Chief Executive Women is offering scholarship to attend the Leading for Results Program at top business school INSEAD in Singapore. Applications are open to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women with over 5 years experience as a manager.

The five day program will run in December 2014 and aims to transform the leadership abilities of managers  with a focus on the global business environment. This is an excellent opportunity to learn how to communicated a compelling vision and inspire others to exceptional achieve results. For more information on the program click here.

Scholarship applications close on 28 July 2014 to apply visit the Chief Executive Women website.

Overseas higher education study tour for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students

Posted: June 19th, 2014

Filed under: Indigenous scholars international study tour, The Aurora Project

The Aurora Project is seeking applications from high achieving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander undergraduates in any field of study, who have completed at least two years of their course of study.  University graduates are also welcome to apply.

The group of successful applicants (around 15 in total) will leave Australia in late October or early November and spend approximately 2½ weeks in the US visiting several top-tier universities and approximately 2 weeks at Cambridge and Oxford in the UK.  All costs associated with travel, accommodation and meals will be covered by Aurora and its supporters.

This is a fantastic opportunity for students, click here to find out more and read testimonials from last year’s participants.

Exhibition at Bundiyarra honours Aboriginal military service in the Midwest and Gascoyne

Posted: June 18th, 2014

Filed under: Bundiyarra, Geraldton, NAIDOC week 2014, serving country