New initiative to redefine Indigenous success in education (RISE) and revolutionise Australia’s education system

“It (RISE) will generate an evidence base about what works in Indigenous education unlike anything else in Australia and create a platform for Indigenous-led advocacy and reform. I am delighted to be in a position where supporting and encouraging Indigenous students on such a large scale is possible. I am confident this is a turning point for Indigenous education and education reform in Australia.” – Leila Smith CEO of Aurora Education Foundation

Leila Smith - CEO Aurora Education Foundation Source: Aurora Education Foundation

RISE is a new initiative to redefine Indigenous success in education and help shape the future of Australia’s education system.

The program will seek ways to address critical gaps in knowledge about what works in Indigenous education through a collaboration with approximately 1,000 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander high school students over the next five years.