Indigenous community engagement has long been key to Griffith University's success in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The University has demonstrated commitment to responding to and engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, and establishing partnerships to enhance the economic and social well-being and development of Indigenous families and individuals. This process is based on participatory action research, community empowerment ideologies, and cultural protocols and philosophies. Collaborative projects with community representatives address the needs of the communities as identified by the Indigenous people themselves.
Griffith University is a lead agent in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research and community engagement. The University's teaching and research staff have worked on a range of projects many of which have led to social policy changes, improved the lives of Indigenous people and provided pathways into education, training and employment. Through such initiatives, the University has promoted the role of cultural inclusion and strengthened the value of collaboration and partnership as a way forward.
Indigenous policy development
In this section you will find information about policy linkages with State and Federal agencies, national and international consultative groups and community groups.
Partnerships
Griffith has developed strong partnerships and collaborative networks with a range of community organisation and government agencies.
Community engagement
By responding to community needs, University staff have contributed to significant community and family restoration initiatives, fulfilling educational, social and cultural needs of children and youth and enhancing life skills and circumstances of Indigenous families.