Libraries hold some of the most significant collections of Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) in the country. From manuscripts and artworks to recordings, photographs, and Indigenous data, these collections preserve knowledge that is deeply connected to culture, Country, and community. As libraries digitise more of their holdings and make them accessible online, their responsibilities around cultural safety, lawful access, and Indigenous authority grow more complex. To...

We have been very pleased to host Ava as an intern at Terri Janke and Company. Ava is currently studying a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at UNSW. She carries with her a strong commitment to fairness, equality, and the protection of rights, particularly for First Nations peoples. Her Studies + What Inspires Her Ava chose to study law to better understand how society manages complex interactions involving ethics, conflict, and competing values. She is...

Over the past two weeks, Terri Janke and Company has had the privilege of hosting Jazmin, a proud Eastern Kuku Yalanji and Mualgal woman (Moa Island), as an intern with our team. Currently studying a Bachelor of Laws and International Relations at Bond University, Jazmin brought a strong connection to Country, culture, and a deep commitment to ensuring Indigenous perspectives are meaningfully embedded within legal frameworks. Her Studies + What Inspires Her Jazmin’s decision to pursue law and...