NAIDOC Week, beginning July 6th, is an annual celebration of the history, culture, and achievements of First Nations peoples. It’s a time for communities to come together to learn about and celebrate First Nations heritage.
Charles Sturt Library’s commitment
We are proud to take part in NAIDOC Week and contribute to this celebration. Our commitment extends year-round, as we strive to foster an inclusive and culturally respectful environment.
How we’re celebrating
New Book of the Month blog posts
Featuring First Nations-authored books, ranging from YA literature to philosophical thought.
First Nations Excellence in Research Collection – now live
Discover First Nations-authored research at Charles Sturt by visiting the CSU Research Portal and clicking on the new First Nations Excellence in Research banner.
Book displays of First Nations works
Visit our campus libraries during NAIDOC Week to see curated displays of works by First Nations writers, creators and illustrators. These displays showcase stories and knowledge from First Nations’ perspectives.
Respectful description of resources
We value respectful and accurate representation in our library collection. During NAIDOC Week, we highlight our efforts to assess and improve how we describe resources related to First Nations cultures, including cataloguing practices, metadata, and language choices.
Growing the First Nations Knowledges Collection
We are actively expanding our First Nations Knowledges Collection to amplify First Nations voices. This curated collection is a rich resource for students, researchers, academics and the broader community.
Get involved!
NAIDOC Week is a time for everyone to engage, learn and celebrate. Check out some library resources, such as these inspiring First Nations authored works:
| In Murriyang: Song of Time, Stan Grant speaks to his country in a new, poetic way, offering a path to peace and forgiveness through the Wiradjuri concept of Yindyamarra – deep silence and respect. Partly a response to the Voice referendum, Murriyang turns from politics to love, exploring history, art, literature, and faith. Grant sets aside anger for kindness, reaching toward the sacred. Murriyang is a Wiradjuri prayer that challenges Western ideas of time, embracing the Dreaming. Deeply personal, it weaves meditations with memories of Grant’s father, asking how we say goodbye to those we love. | Some People Want to Shoot Me is the powerful story of Wayne Bergmann, a Nyikina man and Kimberley leader, who has spent his life bridging traditional culture and the modern world. Often criticised for challenging the status quo, he remains committed to empowering his community. As former head of the Kimberley Land Council, Bergmann played a key role in land rights negotiations and championed Aboriginal-led economic development. This moving memoir reveals the struggles and sacrifices of a man who paid a high price to fight for justice, self-determination, and a better future for his people. |
We encourage students, staff and community members to participate in local NAIDOC Week events, workshops and activities. Let’s honour the rich heritage of First Nations peoples together!