Aboriginal Heritage Unit
In cultural heritage matters the Australian Museum is guided by principles of self-determination by Indigenous Australians. With this in mind the Museum established the Aboriginal Heritage Unit in January 1996.
The main role of the Aboriginal Heritage Unit is to act as the intermediary between the Australian Museum and the indigenous communities of Australia on issues of indigenous cultural heritage management. This involvement ranges from the development of Museum policy and procedures dealing with Australian indigenous cultural issues, and overseeing the development of Australian indigenous public programs at the Museum.
The Unit also facilitates the repatriation of Aboriginal human remains and secret/sacred collections and significant cultural materials, and co-ordinates relevant policies. The Unit currently manages two projects. The Aboriginal Museums Outreach program and the Heritage Partnership.
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