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National Centre for Cultural Competence

Valuing cultural diversity for the richness and creativity it brings to society

We provide an opportunity for all Australians to develop an appreciation and understanding of different cultures – informed by Indigenous peoples’ ways of knowing, being and doing – empowering them to make respectful, ethical and effective choices in intercultural settings.

What is cultural competence?

Cultural competence is ultimately about valuing diversity for the richness and creativity it brings to society. It can assist individuals and organisations to foster diverse and inclusive practice.

Education and training

We offer a range of online and in-person education and training options for individuals, groups and organisations to develop their cultural competence.

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About us

Our innovative teaching, research and engagement programs place the University of Sydney at the forefront of addressing cultural competence in Australia.

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We are proud to partner with a diverse range of organisations that share our vision for a cultural competent Australia.

Featured news

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The Voice is about 'integration not separatism' says Noel Pearson

At a recent Sydney Ideas event on the Voice to Parliament, Indigenous lawyer and land rights activist Noel Pearson gave an impassioned address on the importance of constitutional recognition for First Nations Australians.

Marcia Langton speaking at Sydney Ideas Voices on the Voice event

Marcia Langton urges dispelling of misinformation on the Voice

At a recent Sydney Ideas event on the Voice to Parliament, prominent anthropologist and geographer Professor Marcia Langton spoke about what the Voice represents and the importance of dispelling misinformation.

27 October 2022

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Transformative decade ahead for First Nations and climate action

This year's Charles Perkins Oration by Larissa Baldwin signalled a transformative decade ahead for First Nations rights and the importance of dealing with the climate crisis through an Indigenous worldview.

We acknowledge that we are on the land of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. This land has always been a learning space for many Aboriginal nations, and the NCCC draws strength and guidance from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge, one of the oldest knowledge systems in the world.