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Work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual artists and their communities

Work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual artists and their communities

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAATS503
State Code
AWJ89
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
090311 - Indigenous Studies
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
65
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to build working relationships with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander artists and their communities in a culturally appropriate manner.It applies to individuals who work as practitioners, administrators or managers in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual arts industry, the arts industry generally, or other associated industries. Individuals could be working in urban, regional, rural or remote settings. The work environment could involve interactions with artists and their communities in contexts such as cultural/arts centres and cooperatives, commercial and public galleries, museums, retail outlets, community projects, exhibitions, events and festivals.This unit reflects the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and visual arts practices. It emphasises the importance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples controlling their own cultural heritage and identity.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine impacts of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history
  • 1.1 Discuss historical and contemporary events and issues and their impacts on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
  • 1.2 Identify factors that continue to impact on urban, regional, rural and remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and their communities
  • 1.3 Analyse how identified factors impact on professional practice issues
2. Develop knowledge of cultural practices and artists’ rights
  • 2.1 Use sources of information to extend knowledge of cultural protocols related to local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
  • 2.2 Expand knowledge of the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual arts practices and how they relate to culture
  • 2.3 Evaluate work practices to ensure they are culturally safe and support artists’ rights
  • 2.4 Identify potential dishonest, misleading or deceptive conduct related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual artists and their communities
3. Communicate effectively with artists and their communities
  • 3.1 Recognise potential communication issues related to working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander artists and their communities
  • 3.2 Plan and document communication strategies that integrate cultural protocols, involving stakeholders internal and external to the community
  • 3.3 Engage the services of language interpreters, colleagues and/or cultural brokers to ensure fair and ethical work practices
4. Build and maintain partnerships with artists and their communities
  • 4.1 Identify key issues that influence professional partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and their communities
  • 4.2 Promote work practices that are based on mutual respect, inclusivity and self-determination
  • 4.3 Record effective strategies that foster true partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and their communities
5. Represent artists and their communities
  • 5.1 Seek permission and advice to work with artists and their artwork according to cultural protocols
  • 5.2 Consult with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander artists and their communities to determine culturally appropriate ways to promote, exhibit and display artwork
  • 5.3 Address potential barriers to fair and ethical representation and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander control of cultural heritage
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