This professional learning program supports educators and teams in schools, kindergartens, and other learning environments to embed Aboriginal culture and perspectives in a respectful and culturally safe way.
It encourages participants to move beyond token gestures toward authentic, meaningful practices that reflect Aboriginal ways of knowing, being, and doing. Through guided reflection, storytelling, and hands-on examples, educators gain the tools and confidence to integrate Aboriginal perspectives into daily teaching and workplace culture.
About the Training
Participants explore why embedding Aboriginal perspectives benefits all children, families, and staff. The training highlights how this approach builds cultural safety, supports reconciliation, and strengthens community relationships.
Through practical discussions, participants learn ethical and effective ways to include Aboriginal culture in curriculum, environment design, and team practice. The workshop also focuses on ethical purchasing, showing how to source resources and artworks that respect and support Aboriginal artists, businesses, and communities.
In addition, participants reflect on their current environments — identifying how Aboriginal culture is represented and how to ensure that displays and interactions are authentic, safe, and inclusive.
Training Outcomes
By the end of this session, participants will:
Recognise why embedding Aboriginal perspectives is essential for reconciliation and inclusion.
Reflect critically on their practice and plan for authentic cultural integration.
Gain confidence in ethical resource selection that benefits Aboriginal communities.
Develop practical, sustainable strategies for embedding culture into learning and workplaces.
Access tailored support from Aboriginal consultants for ongoing improvement.
Key Learning Areas
The Importance of Embedding: Understand why Aboriginal perspectives matter in every learning setting.
Moving Beyond Tokenism: Learn to create meaningful and lasting inclusion, not just symbolic displays.
Ethical Purchasing: Discover how to support Aboriginal artists and businesses responsibly.
Embedding in Practice: Apply practical strategies for curriculum, teaching, and team environments.
Reflecting on Environment: Ensure displays and practices are culturally safe and authentic.
Building Partnerships: Connect with local Elders and communities in culturally appropriate ways.
Tailored Support: Access ongoing guidance from Aboriginal consultants to embed specific subjects.