UniSC's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Framework supports the development of meaningful partnerships between UniSC and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, organisations, groups and communities located across the University’s geographical footprint.
UniSC acknowledges and pays respects to the traditional custodians of the lands and waters upon which its campuses are located. We acknowledge their Elders past, present and emerging and recognise their continuing connection and responsibility to country. We are grateful for their ongoing contributions to the University.
Framework
We seek the following elements to characterise and underpin our relationships.
ACTION
We pursue our aspirations through action and strong participation. Our actions and achievements are clear, visible and widely communicated.
IMPACT
Benefits and impact meets the communities needs and aspirations and are driven by community need. Contributions made are meaningful and mutually beneficial.
RESPECT
Relationships are built on trust and respect for country. Engagement is responsible and recipricol and contributions are genuine. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people engage freely and with informed consent.
Engagement Factors
Participation: Engagement that demonstrates the participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through free, prior and informed consent.
Benefit and Impact: Engagement that is driven by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community needs and aspirations.
Reciprocity: Engagement that is sustained through responsible relationships.
| Participation | Benefit and impact | Reciprocity | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visible | Activity and aspirations | Confidence to engage with people and issues | Cross-promotion of achievement |
| Active | Knowledge curation cultural, professional and personal | Production and contribution that is meaningful and genuine | Contribution and shaping of USC and broader community |
| Responsible | Free, prior and informed consent Civic leadership and creation | Community needs and aspirations Agreement on use of knowledges, practices and narratives | Relationships both wide and deep |