The School’s commitment to Indigenous students’ education was formalised through a unique scholarship program in 2001 and includes activities that reflect Indigenous identity, history and culture. The Indigenous Journey at IGS has led to today’s team of 20 young people on scholarship.
Located on the land of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, IGS has a long and proud tradition of educating young Indigenous Australians.
Indigenous Scholarship Program
Each year, IGS provides scholarships for Indigenous young people. We are proud of our commitment to their future.
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IGS INDIGENOUS NEWSLETTER
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Issue 3
Read the latest news about our Indigenous engagement programs and see updates on our students’ achievements.
Koori Club
Koori Club runs once each term and allows our Indigenous students to keep connected and meet up with our Academic Mentor for Indigenous Students (P-12).
“Koori Club is the most important way for the Indigenous students at IGS to keep connected with each other. As I am learning in my Aboriginal studies, connectedness is the basis for keeping Aboriginal culture alive.” — TJ, IGS’s first Indigenous Scholarship graduate
“Koori Club is awesome. We get to read books and play.” — Jai
Special events and visitors
IGS regularly welcomes Indigenous visitors to the School and links with local Aboriginal community members and business to provide enriching cultural programs for Indigenous and non-Indigenous students alike. The School also runs Indigenous Connections events in support of the Indigenous Scholarship Fund.
The IGS community collaborates with and receives visitors from Bangarra Dance Theatre, NITV, University of Sydney, University of Technology Sydney, Tali Gallery, Gadigal Radio as well as several Aboriginal performing artists and storytellers.
Ambassadors
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Meet our Ambassadors
IGS appreciates the support of our Ambassadors for the School’s Indigenous Scholarship Program.