Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education

Meet the future builders of our community! Our students at Batchelor Institute are hard at work at the Bagot Community, diving into Certificate II and III in Construction and Civil Construction. From mastering power tools and safety protocols to operating heavy machinery, they're gearing up for promising careers in the construction industry. https://lnkd.in/g-nXMjgb Joel, a current student, shares his journey: "Learning new skills at Batchelor has been incredibly helpful. I'm looking forward to turning these skills into a career post-graduation!" With comprehensive training that spans 8-10 weeks, our courses not only equip students with essential skills but also provide them with lifelong machinery licenses, paving their way to employment. Thinking about upgrading your skills or starting a new career path? Join us at Batchelor Institute, where education meets tradition, and every skill enhances your future. https://lnkd.in/gjdYUJBE #BatchelorInstitute #BothWaysLearning #ConstructionTraining #FutureBuilders #communitydevelopment

The new course, which is run by the Batchelor Institute of Tertiary Education, is the certificate II in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts industry work and is currently in the pilot stage. “By the end of this course, students will be job-ready, have a firm grasp on how the cultural arts industry works and understand future career pathways available to them in both the First Nations cultural arts and tourism sectors.” “The program reflects the journey of reform outlined by the secondary review to implement culturally responsive and meaningful learning to suit student aspirations for life beyond school.” - NT Education Spokesperson https://lnkd.in/gTd33t4p

We are delighted to report the completion of the first week of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Industry VET in Schools program. Fourteen students from Yirara College of the Finke River Mission Inc., Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic College - Alice Springs , and CENTRALIAN SENIOR COLLEGE had the opportunity to engage with the Central Australian arts scene, gaining insights into potential career paths in Arts Management and Gallery Facilitation. The students visited several significant art sites, including the Papunya Tula Gallery and Albert Namatjira’s home, where they learned about the Indigenous Art Code and its role in protecting artists' rights. Congratulations to the students who completed their assignments, and best of luck to those continuing from home. We look forward to witnessing their continued progress in the upcoming weeks. #BatchelorInstitute #VocationalEducation #ArtsManagement #CulturalHeritage

SAVE THE DATE! Let's celebrate 50 years of Batchelor Institute with a special symposium bringing together alumni, staff, and supporters! 🎉

Yesterday, students from the Cert II and Cert III in Community Services at Batchelor Institute, who are part of the Child Australia - Palmerston Child & Family ELC Young Mums Strong Mums program, demonstrated their commitment to social issues by participating in the Darwin Couch Surfing competition. Decorating their couch with vibrant decorations that reflect the spirit of the Young Mums group, they competed in a race alongside their lecturer, Alison Crooks, to raise awareness about youth homelessness. This event not only underscores the challenges faced by homeless youth but also showcases the resilience and dedication of our students and staff. We extend our gratitude to Anglicare NT and the City of Darwin for hosting this important event. Let's applaud these remarkable students for their relentless efforts in making a meaningful difference in their communities and their own lives. #BatchelorPride #CertificateCommunityServices #CommunitySpirit #YouthHomelessnessAwareness

Batchelor Institute, in collaboration with Literacy for Life Foundation, was proud to roll out the Digital Literacy Program in Tennant Creek, NT. With over 27 students enrolled in 2023, we're bridging the digital divide in remote communities, ensuring they're well-equipped for the digital age. #DigitalLiteracy #EducationForAll #RemoteLearning

Over the course of two years, from 2021 to 2023, the Djurrubu Rangers, in collaboration with Batchelor Institute, embarked on a transformative journey within the confines of the renowned Kakadu National Park, culminating in the completion of their Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management. This February, the graduates reconvened to reflect on their journey and celebrate their collective achievements. Their education, a blend of traditional insights and modern conservation methodologies, is now being actively utilised to safeguard the diverse ecosystems they call home. Many thanks go to the Gundjeihmi Aboriginal Corporation and Jaemie Page, whose dedication and expertise were instrumental in the rangers embarking and completing their studies. This accomplishment stands as a testament to the enduring value of integrating cultural heritage with environmental stewardship. #BatchelorInstitute #Conservation #EcosystemManagement #DjurrubuRangers #KakaduNationalPark #IndigenousKnowledge #EnvironmentalStewardship

Call for abstracts for our 50th year anniversary symposium! Contact Julie.Darnell@batchelor.edu.au for more information, or send your abstracts directly to research@batchelor.edu.au

Vale Dr Lowitja O’Donoghue AC CBE DSG 1 August 1932 – 4 February 2024   Batchelor Institute’s Council, management and staff wish to express our deep sorrow at the passing of Dr Lowitja O’Donoghue AC CBE DSG and offer our sincere condolences to Dr O’Donoghue’s family, friends and colleagues.   A proud Yankunytjatjara woman, Dr O’Donoghue defied the many barriers placed before her, first as a nurse and then in state, national and international affairs where she connected with many people across Australia and beyond. Dr O’Donoghue was the founding chairperson of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commission and played a key role in drafting the Native Title legislation that arose from the High Court’s historic Mabo decision. Named 1984 Australian of the Year, Dr O’Donoghue was the first Aboriginal person to address the United Nations General Assembly and the first Aboriginal woman to be appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM).     For the past 14 years Dr O’Donoghue has been the Patron and namesake of the Lowitja Institute reflecting her tireless work over many decades improving the health and life outcomes of Australia’s First Nations peoples. On the occasion of Dr O’Donoghue’s 90th birthday, The Lowitja O’Donoghue Foundation was created to acknowledge, recognise, and preserve the extraordinary legacy of Dr O’Donoghue’s dedicated lifetime of work and continue to create opportunities for advancement and change.   Batchelor Institute Chair, and current Patron of the Lowitja Institute, Ms Pat Anderson AO said “We have lost a trailblazer, a great leader and one of our guiding lights. We mourn the loss of Dr O’Donoghue, and we will continue her important work. Truly, because of her we can”.    As a mark of our respect for Dr O’Donoghue our flags are at half mast and will remain at half mast until the day after Dr O’Donoghue’s funeral.   Vale Dr Lowitja O’Donoghue AC CBE DSG - 1 August 1932 – 4 February 2024 Photo Credit: Leanne King

Learning Journeys, Land & Language Symposium  Call for abstracts      The Learning Journeys, Land & Language (1974-2024) symposium hosted by Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education is calling for abstracts of papers to be considered for presentation. The symposium commemorates the Institute’s 50th anniversary in 2024 and will be held at the Institute’s Batchelor campus 7-8 August 2024. Papers are invited from past Institute graduates in particular to share the story of your journeys – educational, professional and cultural – while studying at the Institute and beyond. Papers are also invited from presenters with other Institute connections and more broadly from academics, researchers and knowledge holders whose work enlivens the symposium’s themes of land and language from an educational perspective.     Abstracts will be considered for presentations of 15-20 minutes duration. Symposium papers/presentations will also be considered for publication in a subsequent issue of the Institute's Ngoonjook, Australian First Nations' Journal. For related travel and accommodation enquiries, please contact the email address below.    Please send your abstract to research@batchelor.edu.au.  Enquiries: Julie.darnell@batchelor.edu.au    Key dates: Submission deadline for abstracts: Sunday 3 March 2024   Notification of abstract outcomes: Friday 19 April 2024   Symposium: Wednesday 7 August to Thursday 8 August 2024, Batchelor Institute's Batchelor Campus