Archive for category: IN Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research

Murujuga: industrial and cultural connections

April 5, 2019/in EI Case study, Environment, IN Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research, Indigenous, Public policy, Social /by Scott Mitchell

Murujuga has one of the largest collections of engraved rock art anywhere in the world. The art is of cultural and spiritual significance to Aboriginal people, is on Australia’s National Heritage List and has recognised international heritage values. The Murujuga National Park (MNP) created in January 2013, recognises the cultural heritage value of the rock art and its environment and is owned by Murujuga Aboriginal Corporation who lease this back to the State who co-manage it. UWA aims to deliver a scientifically rigorous approach to research, monitoring and management that will provide an appropriate level of protection to the rock art. This research underpins significant impacts in the environment, society and industry and culture of Murujuga and the Pilbara region of Western Australia.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities: health, wellbeing and suicide

April 5, 2019/in Economy, EI Case study, Health, IN Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research, Indigenous, Public policy, Social /by Scott Mitchell

Indigenous suicide is a significant population health challenge for Australia. Suicide is a major cause of Indigenous premature mortality and is a contributor to Indigenous health and life expectancy gaps. Two national projects undertaken by UWA researchers – the National Empowerment Project (NEP) and The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Suicide Prevention Evaluation Project (ATSISPEP) – have contributed significantly to the knowledge base on how to address this health challenge and have influenced Government policy. These projects have increased awareness in community based and Indigenous led solutions, as well as informing policy changes at the Federal level.