Steve Larkin joins ARC Indigenous Forum
Professor Steve Larkin, Pro Vice-Chancellor – Indigenous Engagement, has been appointed as a member of the ARC Indigenous Forum. The forum is made up of a cross-section of eminent Indigenous members with significant experience in research, as well as engagement with end-users of research.
ARC Acting Chief Executive Officer, Dr Richard Johnson said, “The establishment of the ARC Indigenous Forum is such a positive and important moment for Australia’s research sector. The Forum will work closely with the ARC Board, bringing a unique and strategic focus to initiatives that will strengthen Indigenous leadership in the research sector, build opportunities for Indigenous-led and focused research, and support career pathways for emerging Indigenous researchers.”
The 13 inaugural members of the Forum will be co-chaired by Professor Bronwyn Fredericks, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous Engagement) at The University of Queensland and Professor Barry Judd, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Indigenous) and Professor Indigenous Studies, School of Culture and Communication, University of Melbourne.
The Indigenous Forum comprises 13 members who will hold office for up to 3 years, with the possibility of extension for up to 3 more years.
For more information about the ARC Indigenous Forum, please visit the ARC website.