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Title:Aboriginal education policy
Author:Aboriginal Programs Unit & Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG) Inc.
Abstract:Outlines NSW Department of School Education's commitment to achieving improved outcomes for Aboriginal students and educating all students about Aboriginal Australia.

Title:Aboriginal education strategic plan 1997 - 2002
Author:Department of Education, Community and Cultural Development (Tas)
Abstract:A strategic plan which defines the outcomes, strategies, responsibilities and completion targets for Aboriginal education in Tasmania, with particular emphasis on the creation of school environments free from racism.

Title:Aboriginal studies: framework and guidelines K- 12
Author:Department of Education and the Arts (Tas)
Abstract:A set of four booklets designed to enable schools to develop Aboriginal programs at all levels. The guidelines meet nationally- agreed specifications.

Title:Anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policy
Author:Department of Education (Tas)
Abstract:A policy statement requiring that all schools and colleges put in place practices designed to ensure that staff and students are protected from discrimination and harassment.

Title:Anti-racism and ethnocultural equity in school boards: guidelines for policy development and implementation
Author:Ministry of Education and Training
Abstract:Practical guidelines for implementing anti-racism policy for Canadian school boards.

Title:Australian multiculturalism for a new century: towards inclusiveness
Author:National Multicultural Advisory council
Abstract:Government's policy for multiculturalism. This document includes discussion of the meaning of multiculturalism, the history of policies, the current status of policies, and the government's vision for, and commitment to, inclusiveness in future policies.

Title:Challenging racism: anti-racism policy statement and grievance procedures training program
Author:Specific Focus Programs Directorate and Training and development Directorate
Abstract:Procedures for dealing with complaints, investigating complaints appropriate actions and appeals. Provides training for teachers to successfully implement the Departments' Anti-racism policy.

Title:Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
Author:Department of Education
Abstract:A policy statement relating to fair and equitable employment practices and conditions of service for all employees. Employment practices must not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, ethnic origin, sexual preferences, religion, political affiliation, age, gender, marital status, family responsibility or pregnancy.

Title:Equity in Schooling
Author:Department of Education and the Arts
Abstract:A policy statement requiring that all schools and colleges provide all students with equitable access to the benefits of education irrespective of their sex, culture, linguistic background, race, location, socio-economic background or disability.

Title:Improving relationships: better relationships between Indigenous Australian and the wider community
Author:Council for Aboriginal Reconciliation
Abstract:This paper explores the complex nature of racism and examines strategies for improving relationships between Indigenous and non-indigenous Australians.

Title:Meeting the educational needs of Aboriginal adolescents
Author:Groome, H & Hamiilton, ANational Board of Employment, Education and Training
Abstract:Though finding a general lack of success in many schools in recognising and meeting the needs of their Aboriginal students this report did uncover much success. These successes stress the importance of identity, community, supportive emotional and physical environments as well as relevant curriculum .

Title:National agenda for a multicultural Australia: sharing our future
Author:Office of Multicultural Affairs, Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet
Abstract:Definition of Australia's multicultural policies as at 1989, and the goals that underlined them. This document outlines the then government's understanding of multiculturalism, and its agenda for achieving it policies of cultural identity, social justice, and economic efficiency.

Title:Racist violence: report of the National Inquiry into Racist Violence in Australia
Author:Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission
Abstract:The report provides statistical, legal, political and historical information on racist violence in Australia. The evidence collected details the violence against Aborigines, violence on the basis on ethnic identity, and violence against people opposed to racism. The report considers directions for change including legal measures and strategies for housing, workplaces, the media, community relations and education.

Title:State of the nation: a report on people from non-English speaking backgrounds
Author:Federal Race Discrimination Commissioner; Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission
Abstract:This report describes the experiences of Australian people of non-English speaking backgrounds, and was commissioned to provide information into the progress and effect of the Racial Discrimination Act, to identify systemic discrimination and suggest ways this can be addressed. The focus areas of the study are employment, education and training, health and crime and justice.

Title:Sticks and stones: report on violence in Australian schools
Author:Australia. House or Representatives Standing Committee on Employment, Education and Training
Abstract:Report of enquiry into violence, including gender based violence, race and ethnic violence, in Australian schools. The report details the nature, level and incidence of violence; factors influencing violence; effects of school violence on student performance and social effects and details recommendations for addressing the violence.

Title:The Adelaide declaration on national goals for schooling in the twenty-first century
Author:Buckby, M (chair)
Abstract:The State, Territory and Commonwealth Ministers of Education met in Adelaide in April 1999 as the 10th Ministerial Council on Education, Employment, Training and Youth Affairs (MCEETYA). The Council agreed to act jointly to assist Australian schools to address areas of common concern, with a commitment to improving schooling within a national collaboration. The document sets out the preamble and the goals of the Council's declaration.

Title:Truancy and exclusion from school: report of the Inquiry into truancy and exclusion of children and young people from school
Author:Australia. House of Representatives Committee on Employment, Education and Training
Abstract:The findings of the inquiry report on the incidence of truancy of young people from school. As well as investigating the extent of nonattendance, current policies and practices on exclusion and truancy, the report looks at causes of nonattendance and possible linkages to poverty, homelessness, special needs children, Indigenous young people, crime, and school and community relationships.

Title:Under the skin: combating racism in Queensland schools
Author:Education Queensland
Abstract:This package for teachers aims to unravel some of the complexities of racism, and provide strategies for schools to address issues of racism.

Title:Valuing diversity: guidelines for government agencies for the implementation of Western Australia's Multicultural Policy WA ONE
Author:
Abstract:Part of the Western Australian Government's Multicultural Policy WA ONE. It is intended that these guidelines "will assist agencies to respond equitably and efficiently to their culturally diverse clientele through the development and implementation of appropriate policies, programs and practices. They will also assist agencies to ensure that their human management practices respect the cultural diversity within the workplace and that these practices are free from unlawful discrimination."

Title:Valuing Diversity - Guidelines for Government Agencies for the implementation of the WA Multicultural Policy
Author:
Abstract:This document aims to assist State Government agencies in the implementation of the Western Australian Government's Multicultural Policy, WA One.The Guidelines will assist agencies to respond equitably and efficiently to their culturally diverse clientele through the development and implementation of appropriate policies, programs and practices. They will also assist agencies to ensure that their human resource management practices respect the cultural diversity within the workplace and that these practices are free from unlawful discrimination.

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