Desert Leadership
Creating positive social change and growing new leaders.
DKA connects people and knowledges. We understand the importance of the knowledge that exists in remote and regional Australia and that we have a role in collecting, curating and sharing that knowledge. We live and work across languages and cultures and use that experience as the foundation of our work. The desert knowledge network is made up of ancient and enduring Aboriginal knowledges alongside contemporary and emerging research, science and technology. Through intertwining old and new knowledges, both are enriched and strengthened.
Through DKA’s work in desert leadership, we
- Connect people and opportunities
- Empower existing, emerging and potential Aboriginal leaders
- Support Aboriginal enterprise and employment
- Develop strong governance and organisational practices
- Help implement strategies and solutions
- Develop and strengthen protocols around working with Aboriginal people and businesses
- Connect with the people and businesses of Central Australia
Stories
The identity of an Aboriginal man: Codes 4 Life visits Tennant Creek
Jun 07, 2022
Codes 4 Life delivers a workshop in Tennant Creek featuring 21 participants, and three Elders of the Alyawerre, Warlpiri and Warramunga people.
The Hon Chansey Paech sworn in as Minister for Desert Knowledge Australia in Territory first
May 05, 2022
The Hon Chansey Paech was sworn in as the first ever Minister for Desert Knowledge Australia on 4 May 2022, following an announcement from the Office of the Chief Minister.
DKA farewells Dr Dan Tyson
Mar 11, 2022
Dr Dan Tyson marks his last day at Desert Knowledge Australia (DKA), after nearly three years in the role of Chief Executive Officer.