Western Sydney University Indigenous Elders Advisory Committee has a vibrant group of Indigenous Australia Elders who provide advice to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Indigenous Leadership and the university, on matters related to Indigenous culture. As esteemed members of their own communities, the Elders provide a connection between the university and matters impacting the Indigenous community in Greater Western Sydney. The Elders also assist in building Indigenous cultural viability and knowledge across the university and support Indigenous staff and students, as required. The university community consults the Elders on a diverse array of matters, ranging from the design of new spaces to the sharing of university Indigenous strategic matters.

The committee is Chaired by the Deputy Vice-Challenge Indigenous Leadership and membership is comprised of up to eight Indigenous people who are recognised as Elders in the community. We are deeply committed to the diverse Indigenous Australian communities and proud of the positive relationships we have built. Our goal is to serve and empower our community as an anchor institution while becoming a national leader in Indigenous education, employment, and research. The Indigenous Futures Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 builds upon our previous work and aims to foster the next generation of Indigenous leaders. By combining local access with global possibilities, we strive to create a bold strategic vision for the future. Join us as we shape a world where Indigenous knowledge and leadership flourish, both locally and globally. The committee meets four times per year. Sitting fees are provided.

The Indigenous Centre of Excellence will be strategically positioned on the current P1 site at Parramatta South. New car parking facilities will be added to the south and southeast of the campus and will be operational in time for the closure of the P1 site. Concurrently, we are embarking on the development of the Parramatta South Place Making Strategy, a comprehensive initiative that will meticulously address all facets of transport, parking, and connectivity within our campus precinct.

Throughout this process, we will actively engage with stakeholder groups to solicit invaluable insights, ensuring a robust and inclusive strategy. Rest assured, as we finalise the details, transparent communication channels will be maintained with all students, staff, and community users.

Have more questions? Please email indigenouscentreofexcellenceproject@westernsydney.edu.au