The QSA is committed to reconciliation in Australia. As part of its commitment, the QSA affirms that:
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Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people are the Indigenous peoples of Australia.
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Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people speak diverse languages and dialects, other than English.
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All students within Queensland schools should have access to the valued Indigenous knowledges that exist throughout Australia.
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Professional learning is a critical element of developing an understanding and appreciation of Indigenous perspectives and their application within education contexts.
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QSA's products and services aim to provide a balanced representation of cultural, social, spiritual and political beliefs, respectful of the diversity of Indigenous histories and peoples.
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Success of Aboriginal students and Torres Strait Islander students is supported by successful embedding of Indigenous perspectives into the curriculum and assessment of student achievement.
Last reviewed: 14 December 2007