Native Title in Australia

Native Title in Australia legally recognizes the traditional rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to their land and waters, based on their customs and laws. This foundational concept addresses historical dispossession and supports Indigenous cultural identity, legal justice, and self-determination.

Designed to explaining the legal, historical, and cultural aspects of Native Title, its recognition, and ongoing importance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Australia. 

What You’ll Learn in This Micro-Course? Module titles are as follows:

1. Introduction to Native Title
2. Historical Background
3. The Road to Legal Recognition
4. The Mabo Decision
5. The Native Title Act 1993
6. How Native Title Works in Practice
7. The Significance of Native Title Today

Includes:

• Educational video lessons grounded in lived experience, history, and real-world perspectives.
• A course quiz to support reflection and reinforce learning.
• Downloadable resources to deepen understanding and support continued learning beyond the course.
• Access to all course materials.
• Learn anytime, anywhere, at your own pace in a safe and reflective learning environment.