Self-determination
Alternative labels
Self rule
Collection
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Curated from a broad selection of key Indigenous policy topics, the First Peoples & Public Policy Collection brings together diverse, policy-relevant practice resources and research information to support the development and implementation of better public policy.
Report
Doing things differently: funding ACCOs to keep families together
This report presents research into funding model options for Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) delivering child and family support services. The report identifies core principles to guide the design of a funding model that is responsive to the sector and makes implementation recommendations.
Report
National Reconciliation in Education Forum: bridging now to next
This report captures the key insights, priorities and recommendations identified by participants in a forum held to help advance reconciliation across education systems. Focused on truth-telling, cultural responsiveness and shared responsibility, the report highlights three key recommendations that must be acted on at all levels to support genuine Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander self-determination in...
Strategy
SNAICC sector transformation: principles framework
The framework provides a roadmap for mainstream organisations to transition out-of-home care services to Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, placing self-determination, cultural authority and community control at the centre of child and family services. The aim is to ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities design, govern and control the services that impact their children and...
Report
Generation trapped: housing, handouts, and the collapse of young Australians’ life satisfaction
Life satisfaction is trending down for young people in Australia and the West. This paper examines the lives, aspirations, values and perceived barriers of Australians aged 18–34. It creates a foundation for evaluating existing policy and developing new policy to support the priorities and goals of these young Australians.