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Aboriginal Education Allyship
The Allyship provides expert advice to the SACE Board and the Chief Executive to enhance educational outcomes for Aboriginal students.
Its members include both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal individuals with extensive expertise spanning government, Catholic and independent schools, and the tertiary education sector.
Together, they have been instrumental in guiding the development of the Recognition of Aboriginal Cultural Knowledge and Learning program.
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Shouwn Oosting (Chair)
Shouwn, a descendent of the Waanyi and Garawa Nations, is a First Nations engagement consultant with over 20 years of experience in the South Australian and federal public sector, specialising in First Nations policy and program delivery across areas such as health, employment, and education.
Geoff Aufderheide
Geoff is dedicated to helping Aboriginal students excel in Culturally Responsible Catholic schools in South Australia. With extensive experience across Australia, the UK, and the USA, he specialises in student wellbeing, special education, and equity. Geoff currently serves as Senior Education Advisor, Aboriginal Education at Catholic Education South Australia (CESA).
Kira Yaltu Bain
Kira Yaltu Bain, a Ngarrindjeri woman born on Kaurna Yarta, has been teaching Kaurna since age 13. A Kaurna Language Trainer at Tauondi Aboriginal College and a Tal-Kin-Jeri dancer, Kira develops resources, conducts consultations, and promotes Kaurna language use in schools and organisations. She raises her children multilingually to preserve their cultural identity.
Tamia Blackwell
Tamia, a proud Narrunga woman, fosters cultural awareness and inclusive practices through teaching at Aldinga Payinthi College and the South Australian Aboriginal Specialist Training Academy (SAASTA). She leads the SA STEM Aboriginal Learner Congress and award-winning Wakakirri program while serving on advisory groups like AERO’s First Nations Expert Group.
Temaana Yundu Sanderson-Bromley
Temaana, a 20-year-old Adnyamathanha, Narungga, and Yarluyandi man, is a Marine & Wildlife Conservation student with deep ties to his Yarta. An artist blending traditional and contemporary themes, he creates across mediums and conducts art workshops.
A National Youth Advisory member and Aboriginal Basketball Academy board member, Temaana engages actively in community building initiatives.
Tara Budarick
Tara, a Ngarrindjeri woman, leads Health and Social Support at Findon Technical College, specialising in alternate education and tailored SACE pathways. With 15+ years in education, including leadership roles at Warriappendi School and South Australian Aboriginal Specialist Training Academy (SAASTA), Tara champions diverse learning success. She holds a Nursing degree and Teaching Graduate Certificate.
Desley Edwards
Desley, a Torres Strait Islander woman, is an education professional specialising in Aboriginal Education and literacy improvement. She fosters student success through flexible learning, cultural immersion, and empowerment in sports, education, and careers. Desley is pursuing a Master of Education at Flinders University and working toward her national Lead Certification.
Ros Frances
In her capacity as Manager of Senior Secondary Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment within the Northern Territory Department of Education and Training, Ros has been instrumental in leading the piloting of the SACE Board’s Recognition of Aboriginal Cultural Knowledge and Learning program. She is deeply passionate about tailoring the curriculum to enhance the success of Aboriginal students.
Kevin Richardson
Kevin is an experienced educator with a passion for futures-oriented learning and for improving educational outcomes for students. He is also a mentor to many educators nationally.
Kevin has been recognised for his significant contributions to education leadership, including the Australian Centenary medal for services to technology and education (2000); the Australian Council of Educational Leadership’s Alby Jones Award as Eminent Education of the Year, South Australia (2011); and finalist for the NAIDOC Premier’s Award for contribution to Indigenous Education (2011).