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Respecting knowledge, driving innovation
Adelaide University centres the right to self-determination and Aboriginal ways of Knowing, Being and Doing in industry and research partnerships. We rightfully acknowledge Aboriginal Peoples and communities as knowers, thinkers, innovators – and important industry partners.
Across all industry sectors, we work alongside Aboriginal businesses, researchers and communities to drive innovation, growth and self-determined success.
What we do and how we partner
Our focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander industry and partnerships ensures that Adelaide University’s world-leading technology, innovation and research expertise is founded in a culturally safe and responsive environment. Through First Nations Student Services, we are also dedicated to promoting Aboriginal knowledge, culture, and success through education, research, and employment opportunities.
It takes meaningful collaboration to shape a future that respects and celebrates Aboriginal ways of Knowing, Being and Doing, helping partners in business, research and community to grow, learn and connect:
- advising on Aboriginal research priorities relevant to industry
- connecting Aboriginal business to programs supporting growth, scale and innovation
- identifying grant and funding opportunities
- guiding ethical, culturally safe and responsive partnership and research
- connecting industry with Aboriginal researchers, industry and community stakeholders
- directing philanthropic contributions for greatest impact to support Aboriginal students, staff and research
- supporting work-integrated learning and student-based research projects.
- New career pathways for Aboriginal Peoples through philanthropy
- Shaping the future of Aboriginal tourism
Explore Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander industry and partnerships
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- Explore our research and impact 2
- Training and development opportunities 3
Our ambition is to be world leading and world referenced, achieving recognition for driving positive change through education, research, and collaboration. We measure our success by the societal benefit we deliver; shaping knowledge, improving lives and strengthening communities through what we do and who we partner with. Together, we can create real-world impact.
Our research spans industry sectors, emphasising community led, ethically grounded translational research that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, communities and industries.
Adelaide University offers a range of bachelor, master and PhD programs, as well as scholarships and grants, that can support industry partners to extend their skills, build capability, and empower the future workforce.
Contact us
Get in touch to explore how Adelaide University can support your business goals. Make an enquiry online or call us to discuss partnership opportunities.
