- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for one of nine available Aboriginal Advisory Body positions
- The Aboriginal Advisory Body will play a key role in reshaping the public education system and enabling Aboriginal students to thrive academically and socially
- The Aboriginal Advisory Body will strengthen relationships and shared decision-making between the Department of Education and Aboriginal people
The McGowan Government today announced the launch of a new Aboriginal Advisory Body to guide the Department of Education's progress towards a more culturally responsive public education system.
Education Minister Dr Tony Buti said the Aboriginal Advisory Body will strengthen the wellbeing, engagement and achievement of Aboriginal students.
The Department of Education is offering nine appointments to the Aboriginal Advisory Body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are committed to strengthening education outcomes for communities across Western Australia.
The Aboriginal Advisory Body will inform and shape key decisions to achieve commitments as part of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap and the State Government Aboriginal Empowerment Strategy.
Further information: https://www.education.wa.edu.au/aboriginal-advisory-body
As stated by Education Minister Tony Buti:
"This is an outstanding opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to play a key role in supporting the creation of enhanced learning environments to better Aboriginal students.
"As the Minister for both Education and Aboriginal Affairs, I am really excited about the creation of this new advisory body, a group that will ensure cultural identity is at the centre of a student's learning experience and foster an environment where culture can thrive.
"The Aboriginal Advisory Body will embrace the knowledge, expertise and experiences of Aboriginal people, and create opportunities to work collaboratively with Aboriginal communities to determine aspirations and opportunities for students.
"This is an important step towards more actively engaging Aboriginal people in the governance and oversight of the Department's progress towards reconciliation and building its cultural responsiveness."
