Acknowledgement of Country
‘Yindyamarra Winhanganha’ – The wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in.
We respectfully acknowledge the traditional owners and custodians of the lands on which we live and work together. Charles Sturt University and its staff pay respect to Elders within First Nations communities and acknowledge the continuity of cultures, languages, leadership, and knowledge systems.
We acknowledge First Nations peoples continuous connection to Country, recognising the unique, diverse identities and cultures of peoples in our communities, regions and nation. As such, we value the collaboration to strongly position First Nations peoples in our university, through languages, leadership, cultures, knowledges, research, and ceremonies.
Copyright Law and open access, individual ownership and usage rights, are concepts that do not translate well in many cultures where heritage, creativity and access to knowledge is part of the community structure and lore. Before sharing public domain works consider whether there are any cultural heritage, sacred, private, or culturally sensitive issues. Before using traditional cultural expressions (TCE’s) such as artwork, language, song or dance consider the communal ownership and traditional knowledge that may be infringed.
Always consult with Traditional Owners and follow the CARE principles.
