Our Mission
To improve lived experiences of First Nations people, we work on shifting the perspectives and worldviews of non-Indigenous Australians, by:
- listening to and learning from First Nations people and helping non-Indigenous Australians build a greater awareness of our shared history and its ongoing impact and gain a deeper understanding of First Nations perspectives
- helping pave the way for meaningful actions to grow respectful connections and relationships between First Nations people and non-Indigenous Australians
- partnering with First Nations Elders to facilitate First Nations leadership development programs and strengthen cultural knowledge.
"As part of a team of cultural consultants and reviewers, my role consists of working closely with the writers to ensure all resources are of the highest quality and ensure their accuracy, authenticity, and cultural appropriateness. This means that all teachers can use them in their classrooms with confidence knowing that these resources are fit for purpose."Dr Aleryk Fricker, Dja Dja Wurrung
Our focus
We focus on teachers. They impact the learning and perspectives of the next generation. Our resources are created by applying the Australians Together Learning Framework and are developed with First Nations educators to ensure they are authentic and transformative. We provide:
A message from Liam Glover
(Executive Director)
I feel a deep connection to the vision of Australians Together – there’s a disquiet in my spirit concerning the wound in our nation, that sparks my natural inclination to pursue equal opportunities for every Australian to flourish.
"I saw a wound in our nation and knew that if healing was going to take place, a new chapter in our shared story had to be written."
Stewart Bogle
(Founder)
In 2010, a good friend approached me with a big ambition – troubled by the injustice faced by many First Nations people, he wanted to see an end to the disconnect between First Nations people and non-Indigenous Australians. His concern prompted me to gain a better understanding of the disparity that exists. I knew I needed to go out and listen.
"Australians Together have become an integral part of the work we do within our schools across our Sandhurst Diocese."Michael Chisholm, Senior Aboriginal Education Officer