First Nations Success Strategies Committee

Comprising of staff from across the university, the FNSSC ensures the effective delivery of key initiatives, including the management of Indigenous Student Success Program (ISSP) funding and oversight of the First Nations Workforce Strategy. 

In collaboration with the Joint Consultative Committee, the FNSSC works to meet the eligibility requirements of the Commonwealth’s Indigenous Student Assistance Grants (2017), while also guiding initiatives such as the Jilbay RHD Academy and First Nations Cross-Cultural Competency training. Through these efforts, the FNSSC plays a vital role in fostering opportunities for First Nations students and supporting their educational and career aspirations.

Meet Our Members and Support Team

Ex Officio

• Chair, Vice-President, Indigenous Engagement Division, Professor Adrian Miller
• Director, Indigenous Engagement Division, Mrs Emma Cerff
• Associate Professor, First Nations Studies, Associate Professor Gary Fry
• Executive Officer, Office of Indigenous Engagement, TBA

Nominated Members

• Associate Professor - First Nations Student Success, Associate Professor Thomas Doering
• Joint Consultative Committee Nominees (NTEU, AMACSU, QTU*), Ms Suewellyn Kelly and Mr Bruce Young

Observers

• Management Accountant Support Officer, Mrs Tansy Manning

Secretariat

• Mrs Jodie Springer and Ms Sarah Arrowsmith