About us
Based at the Chancellery and Nura Gili, our team works across a diverse portfolio to drive forward the UNSW Indigenous Strategy and enhance the Indigenous student experience.
Our mission
UNSW is deeply committed to fostering a university where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, researchers and communities thrive. Guided by our Indigenous Strategy, we work to embed Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing across the University, strengthening cultural presence, advancing equity and supporting meaningful self‑determination. Through initiatives like the Micro‑Treaty, the work of Nura Gili and our leading Indigenous research and teaching programs, we continue to build a more connected, culturally grounded and future‑focused UNSW for all.
Self‑determination leadership
UNSW leads the sector with its Micro‑Treaty, empowering Indigenous community voices.
Student success
A whole of university model where together Nura Gili and faculties provide opportunities and programs that contribute to a positive, transformational experience for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
Pioneers in education
UNSW’s Indigenous Strategy drives sector‑leading progress in Indigenous education and research.
Indigenous leadership
Meet the Indigenous team, a dedicated group of leaders and professionals driving UNSW’s commitment to Indigenous education, research and community. Together, they work to embed Indigenous knowledge and culture across the UNSW. They support the success of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and communities.
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Our people
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Our leadership team oversees all aspects of Nura Gili, ensuring our work consistently supports the best outcomes for Indigenous students, the communities we engage with, and the broader community.
Nura Gili: Centre for Indigenous Programs
Nura Gili is our student-facing services, programs and study facility. Nura Gili offers study spaces and meeting places for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and researchers. It’s our home on campus!
Our team provides pathways for prospective Indigenous students to study in all UNSW faculties and programs. We also have a dedicated team who work to enhance the student experience for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, across student success, tutoring, workshops and events.
Nura Gili's academic team manage all Indigenous Studies undergraduate and postgraduate courses and programs and the Higher Degree Research (HDR) strategy.
Place, memory and continuing culture
UNSW is located on unceded lands, where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have gathered, learned, and shared knowledge for tens of thousands of years. We recognise the Traditional Owners of the lands on which each of our campuses stand and pay respect to Elders past and present.
This place has always been one of meeting and meaning. Our understanding of this history helps us recognise how laws and policies have shaped the lives, cultures and rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and how these histories continue to influence our shared present and future.
Study with us
Explore degrees, entry pathways and a supportive community designed to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students thrive at UNSW.
Current students
Discover the support, facilities and opportunities available to you as a Nura Gili student. Connect with community, access study and wellbeing support, get involved in campus life and make the most of your UNSW experience.
Future students
Learn what it's like to be a Nura Gili student. Explore entry pathways, scholarships, support services and campus life. Find out how we can help you succeed at university.
Research
Our team drive the strategy for the recruitment, career pathways and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander HDR students and academic researchers at UNSW. This is a vital part of the Grow Our Own pillar in the Indigenous Strategy.
The Indigenous Law Centre (established July 1964) has played a pivotal role in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander legal reform including the work that led to the Constitutional Dialogues and the Uluru Statement from the Heart. We work with the ILC on research initiatives, educational materials and broader community engagement on Indigenous legal matters, constitutional reform, and on the process that led to the Uluru Statement.
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Contact us
Have a question or request? Get in touch with the DVCI Office today.