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Indigenous Cultural Capabilities Framework (ICCF)
The Indigenous Cultural Capabilities Framework contains three phases of the Cultural Immersion Experiences that vary from half-day to full-day. These phases are names in Noongar langauge to Keny, Koodjal and Dambart which are the Noongar names for One, Two and Three. The framework is in the phase of being redeveloped, however the programs and experiences offered to employees and Curtin students are available to enrol into through iPerform, you can find further information about the programs below.
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Keny (One)
ICCF Keny will help you develop curiosity, respect and awareness by understanding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of working, learning about the language and culture of the Noongar people (the Traditional Owners of the south-west area of Australia), and understanding the boodjar (land) you work on and its context. More options will be available for Kalgoorlie-based staff.
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Koodjal (Two)
To attend any Koodjal experiences, you must complete at least one Keny experience as a prerequisite. However, you are invited to attend all Keny experiences as they each have different learnings. Koodjal experiences will help you develop responsiveness, knowledge of reflexivity and a sense of integration by understanding the early history between West Australian Aboriginal people and colonisers, the history and impacts of the Stolen Generation; and the importance and legacy of significant historical Nyungar leaders and events. Successful completion of one of these programs meets the Koodjal requirements.
More options will be available for Kalgoorlie staff.
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Dambart (Three)
Dambart ICCF experiences will help you develop empathy, advocacy and a sense of partnership through an in-depth understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and practices. You will also have options to contribute directly to improving health, educational and/or social outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, or help to coordinate reconciliation activities and policy at Curtin and in the wider community.
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Looking for ways to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students?
Get familiar with resources
Search through the student equity toolkit has a series of tools and reports, one being the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Report. These reports aims to better understand an overview, data, trends and current challenges that exist for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students retention, participation and success.
Share information about the support services
- Refer students to contact the Centre for Aboriginal Studies (CAS) – Indigenous student support services
- Share information about open opportunities for students to enrol into such as cultural study units
- Refer students to access the scholarships available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
- Let students know about the various support services like ITAS, and Tutoring
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How does the ICCF apply to students?
Student Cultural Immersion Participation
The cultural capability team under the ICCF encourage all students to participate in the available training for cultural immersion programs and experiences. In 2024, the team had over 800 students attend various programs and gain access to cultural education. If you would like to get students in your units or programs involved, please send a request to the team via email: iccf@curtin.edu.au
Offering the Listening to Country: First Nations’ Perspectives unit
The team offer a unit available to all students from second year and up to enrol in a 25-credit elective unit to attend a week on-country learning First Nations perspectives through Listening to Country practices. The unit is a unique opportunity to develop your intercultural capabilities through an immersive learning experience led by Elders and senior First Nations people in a Western Australian context. For more information, employees can contact: listeningtocountry@curtin.edu.au