Indigenous Education & Transitions



Closing the Gap is a commitment by all Australian governments to improve the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, reducing Indigenous disadvantage. One of the key reform strategies of Closing the Gap, and a focus for the federal government is enhancing indigenous education achievement and employment outcomes. This conference will focus specifically on strengthening transitions for Indigenous students from school into further education, training and employment.
 

This conference will focus on:


  • Effective  transitioning strategies for Indigenous students
  • Community  engagement that leads to  shared decision making
  • Understanding  culturally appropriate pedagogies and best practice
  • Models for  sustainable Indigenous education  governance
 
 

 

 

Speaker and Presenter Information

Amanda-Nissen-edited
Amanda Nissen
Executive Director
Indigenous Support Services


Alisha-Britten-edited
Alisha Britten
Senior IYCP Mentor
JobCo. Employment Services


Julia-Tilley-edited
Julia Tilley
Program Manager
JobCo. Employment Services


Max-Lorenzin-edited
Max Lorenzin
TAFE South Australia

Relevant Government Agencies

Dept of Education, EEOC


When
Tue-Wed, Nov 25-26, 2014, 8:00am


Cost

Standard:  A$2999.00


Where
Mecure Sydney
818-820 George Street Sydney NSW 2000
Sydney AU
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Website
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Organizer
Criterion Conferences



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