Ngangk Yira Institute for Change focuses on translational research that is led by Aboriginal people who share a deep commitment to bring about meaningful change.

Our research centres

Ngangk Yira Institute for Change is turning research into real-life impact via our ground breaking research centres.

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Yorga Maaman & Koolanga Research Centre

Strengthening and supporting empowered, healthy and resilient children, parents, families and communities.
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Yawardani Jan-ga Research Centre

Adopting Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) with a neurodevelopment lens to understand and tackle the challenges experienced by Aboriginal youth.
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Coolamon Research Centre

Building an understanding of the effects of climate change, and the social, cultural and environmental factors impacting Aboriginal families and communities.

Our people and research in action

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Our team

Meet the research and professional services team at Ngangk Yira Institute.
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Case studies

See how our research makes a real world difference to the lives of Aboriginal people.

Our cultural governance

Pro Vice Chancellor
Ngangk Yira Institute

Kaadaninny Advisory Council

Ngangk Yira Institute Advisory Board

Council of
Elders

Aboriginal Community Advisory Groups
(for specific projects)

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Help the Ngangk Yira Institute for Change improve the lives of Aboriginal people

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