Victoria University (VU) supports the Council for Aboriginal Reconciliation's vision for a united Australia and acknowledges the original custodians of University land. We value the contribution made by indigenous members of society and recognises the need to enhance the level of opportunity available to them. VU has established Moondani Balluk Academic Unit to assist indigenous Australians wanting to apply for a course and students attending VU.

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In addition, as of our ongoing commitment to equality and diversity in its own employment, VU has developed Yannoneit, an Indigenous Employment and Career Development Strategy (YES) to encourage the recruitment and career development of Indigenous Australians.

VU is also in partnership with the Western Suburbs Indigenous Gathering Place Association representing, promoting and caring for indigenous groups.

VU's involvement in Aboriginal Heritage Council

Karen Jackson, VU's Indigenous Services Coordinator, was appointed a member of the new Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Council, as part of a group of Victorian Indigenous people who will advise the Victorian State Government on cultural heritage. In her current role at Victoria University's Moondani Balluk Academic Unit, Ms Jackson provides lectures and talks to students, staff and community groups about the importance of cultural heritage to the identity of Aboriginal people.