 
Foundations of Native Title (FoNT)
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 |
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history and development of native title 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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cultural awareness |
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communication skills and processes |
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conflict management |
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understanding and managing the stress of native title work. |
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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." |
| “[FoNT] gave [me] the confidence to speak to people that are involved in all aspects of native title and also how to deal with difficult situations in a manner that gets positive outcomes.” |
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Downloadable Flyer
For a printable PDF of the Sydney 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 |
Date |
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| FoNT 1 |
23-25 March, 2010 |
Sydney |
| 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 for this program please download and complete the registration form or go to our registrations page for details on all Aurora programs.
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