National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) Graduate Stories
Graduate stories
I love being able to rotate through the agency to get a clearer idea of how the overall agency operates. It has also helped me try out jobs to see if they are a good fit for me or not. It is very cool to be in Canberra too, it feels like I am in the heart of the nation’s politics and press, and that can feel exciting.
The best thing about my job is the relationships I get to grow – with colleagues, stakeholders, and with places. I have learned so much from spending time with people, visiting new Country and hearing stories.
The most surprising part is how much you can learn in a short amount of time, and how much I feel like I’ve made a contribution in the short time I’ve been in the NIAA
Being able to see below the surface, I could see the details of how fundamental Aboriginal culture is too remote communities and the everyday lives and challenges of people living in them.