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Acknowledgement of Country
With respect for Aboriginal cultural protocol and out of recognition that its campuses occupy their traditional lands, Western Sydney University acknowledges the Darug, Dharawal, Gadigal, Gundungurra and Wiradjuri peoples and thanks them for their support of its work in their lands (Greater Western Sydney and beyond).
Welcome to Badanami
The Badanami Centre embodies a deep commitment to fostering the engagement and empowerment of our Indigenous students studying at Western.
It provides Indigenous students with an array of programs, services, and facilities that actively encourage and nurture their participation in the many facets of their student journey at Western. It promotes a profound sense of community and belonging while providing students with a culturally safe environment in which they can learn, engage and thrive in.
Badanami provide Indigenous students opportunities to build on their strengths and capabilities with an overall objective of ensuring success across the Indigenous student cohort at Western.
Can’t make it to a Badanami Centre but still need support?
Deadly Chat makes it easy to connect with the right person, wherever you are. Book a one-on-one video chat with a Badanami Student Success Officer, Faculty Indigenous Student Success Officer, or connect for TFS enquiries at a time that suits you. Need help sooner? Our instant chat feature allows students to quickly connect with available staff during business hours. Whether you’ve got questions, need support, or just want to yarn — support is only a click away.
Please note, instant video chats with Badanami staff are only available between Monday – Friday (9am to 4pm) and staff are assigned to these chats based on staff availability.