 
Foundations of Native Title (FoNT)
**PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN RUN FOR 2010.**
Overview
FoNT is a three day program specifically designed for Native Title Representative Body (NTRB) staff who have been employed in native title for less than 12 months. The program is intended for all NTRB staff, including community liaison/field officers, administrative staff, lawyers, anthropologists and other research staff.
FoNT offers an introduction to working in native title and in an NTRB with participants acquiring and extending skills and knowledge related to their native title work.
Program topics and themes include:
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overview of the native title system and native title law |
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overview of the role, responsibilities and functions of NTRBs |
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roles and responsibilities of NTRB staff |
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traditional owner perspectives on native title |
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cultural awareness |
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communication skills and processes |
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conflict management |
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visit to the Federal Court and National Native Title Tribunal. |
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Testimonials from previous FoNT participants:
| "A good clear definition of the key issues in native title and what I was hoping to get. A thorough explanation." |
| "This course is such a fantastic resource for both learning and networking." |
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Downloadable Flyer
For a printable PDF of the Perth 2010 program click here to download the flyer.
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Entry requirements
For all new staff at NTRBs and NTSPs. Not advised for repeat attendance as the content is the same as previous programs.
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Dates and venue details
| Program |
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Location |
| FoNT 2 |
27-29 July, 2010 |
Perth |
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Continuing Legal Education Credits (for WA)
The Aurora Project is registered as a "Quality Assurance Provider" for Continuing Legal Education (CLE) in Western Australia. WA participants are eligible for 3 CLE credits following their completion of FoNT with the breakdown as follows:
- Legal Skills & Practice - 1 unit
- Values - 1 unit
- Legal Knowledge - 1 unit
Further details are available at www.lpbwa.org.au.
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Further information
For further information about Aurora programs please contact our Learning & Development team on (02) 9469 8115 or email the Learning & Development Team.
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To register
To register your interest in this program please email the Learning & Development Team.
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