The past informs the present and guides the future
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Symposium 2025 continues to support cultural integrity in ACT public education.
Date and time
Location
Agnes Shea High School
2 Sutherland Crescent Taylor, ACT 2913 AustraliaAgenda
9:00 AM
Welcome by Selina Walker and opening comments by Director General, Jo Woods
9:15 AM
Dance Performance by Tiana House
9:30 AM
Keynote Address by Katie Captain
10:30 AM
Morning Tea
10:55 AM
Session 1 Workshops
12:00 PM
Session 2 Workshops
1:00 PM
Lunch
1:40 PM
Inclusive Education Presentation
2:00 PM
Session 3
3:35 PM
Closing Comments
About this event
The theme, The past informs the present and guides the future, echoes the 2025 National Reconciliation Week theme Bridging Now to Next: reflecting the ongoing connection between past, present and future.
This in-person event will feature keynote speakes, workshops and networking opportunities to support cultural integrity in ACT public education. Keynote address delivered by Indigenous educator Kylie Captain, workshops with Christian Maskey, Scott Gorringe, Leah Brideson, Aaron Chatfield, Sally Lawrence and many more and an Expo showcasing local organisations and resources supporting cultural integrity in education.
Please note there is a $20 registration fee. Schools will be invoiced prior to the event and consequently you need approval from your school prior to registering.
Frequently asked questions
Morning tea and lunch will be provided. There will be some vegetarian and gluten free options available. If participants have specific dietary requirements they are encouraged to provide their own food.
Neat and casual. Some workshops will require participants to be outdoors. Comfortable, warm clothing and footwear is recommended.
If you are unable to attend cancel your registration on Eventbrite before COB, Wednesday 30 July (2025) or organise someone else to go in your place. Any cancellations after this date or 'no shows' will not be eligible for a refund.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Team will invoice schools prior to the event. A charge of $20 per attendee will apply. Schools are encouraged to use their cultural integrity funding for this purpose/event.
No, there is limited parking at the school. Where possible, carpool or there are some excellent public transport options.
Yes this event is TQI accredited for 5 hours. In order to have your attendance verified for these hours, please be sure to have your registration number on hand.
There is disability parking and lifts to the upper level of the school.
Use your personal email to register and secure your spot. Then contact us via [email protected].
No, this event is free for casual relief staff.