Community-led research, valuing Indigenous knowledge and meaningful collaboration will be the central themes this week as the University of Notre Dame Australia's Nulungu Research Institute launches Research Week 2026.
Grounded in a commitment to research excellence and the valuing of Indigenous knowledge systems, the program brings together researchers, community leaders and partners for a dynamic series of presentations and discussions focused on real-world impact.
Held in alignment with National Reconciliation Week, Research Week is an annual collaborative forum that highlights innovative, community-driven research and fosters conversations, supporting researchers working in Indigenous community contexts while strengthening connections between academia and community.
The Institute's work is underpinned by strong and growing collaborations with national and international universities, as well as partnerships across government, industry and teaching communities. Research Week reflects this collaborative spirit, creating a platform for shared learning and collective progress.
The 2026 program features wide-ranging discussions exploring the reshaping of Indigenous research, the advancement of research through collaboration and partnership, reflections on research journeys and undertaking projects to effect impactful change.
Nulungu Research Institute Director, Associate Professor Melissa Marshall said Research Week is an important opportunity for the Institute to advance collaborative conversations that support both researchers and communities.
"Research Week is a valuable opportunity to showcase community-led research and support researchers working in Indigenous contexts to discuss impactful topics," she said.
Research Week will run from Tuesday, 26 May to Friday, 29 May, beginning with an opening address and session titled Advancing research through collaboration and partnership, presented by Stephen Muecke and Katie Flanagan from the University of Notre Dame Australia.
