Respectful Deadly Practice: Teacher Professional Learning

Join ACMI Education's First Nations Producer Meaghan Dynon and respected First Nations senior educator Shelley Ware, for a day of experiential professional learning. Respectful Deadly Practice takes a screen-based approach to embedding First Nations histories, cultures and perspectives across the Victorian Curriculum, educational programs and organisational practice.

This professional learning day is designed for primary and secondary teachers, educators and learning professionals looking to build their confidence in embedding First Nations perspectives into their practice.

It is suitable for educators across all year levels and learning areas, leadership teams, curriculum co-ordinators, wellbeing staff, and Marrung Leads.

We also welcome professionals in the arts, culture and education sectors whose work involves teaching, learning or engagement with First Nations histories, cultures and perspectives.

This professional learning program will kick-off on Country.

Together we'll meet at the stones along the Birrarung (river) where ACMI's Community Engagement and First Nations Director, Gavin Somers will deliver an Acknowledgement of Country; an opportunity to honour the land we teach on and the learning and teaching that has occurred on this land for many thousands of years.

Our learning will then move to ACMI where:

• Shelley Ware will explore barriers to teaching First Nations perspectives, community engagement, culturally safe practice and curriculum priorities
• A guided tour of The Story of the Moving Image will highlight Indigenous storytelling and the work of First Nations filmmakers, producers and animators
• A hands-on workshop with Jordyn Green (The Yulang Effect) will explore how her Planning For Connection Planner can guide future practice
• You will have time to think about your Reconciliation Action Plan and seek one-on-one guidance with educators in the room
• A guided Dadirri practice led by Shelley Ware, will introduce deep listening and reflection practice for use in your settings

• Morning tea and lunch
• Digital teaching and learning resources
• Pre-loaded SoMI lens with First Nations works
• Discounted access to ACMI's First Nations Excursion coming in 2027
• Free Teacher Membership (VIT teachers)
  
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Shelley Ware | Senior First Nations Educator

Shelley Ware is a proud Yankunytjatjara and Wirangu woman, education consultant and author, with 25 years supporting teachers, schools and leadership teams across Australia.  As co-designer of Respectful Deadly Practice, Shelley brings a wealth of classroom experience and practical knowledge to the day. This is a unique opportunity to learn alongside one of Australia's most respected First Nations educators.

Meaghan Dynon | First Nations Producer, School Programs (ACMI)

Meaghan Dynon is a proud Wiradjuri woman and ACMI's First Nations Producer, School Programs. Passionate about supporting students and educators to engage meaningfully with First Nations perspectives, Meaghan will guide discussions, share practical classroom applications and help participants connect the day's learning to their own educational settings.

Jordyn Green (CEO of The Yulang Effect)

Jordyn Green is a proud Wiradjuri, Ngemba and Paakantji woman and founder of The Yulang Effect. As part of Respectful Deadly Practice, Jordyn will share insights from her acclaimed Planning for Connection workbook, providing teachers with practical tools they can confidently apply within their own school communities.

Gavin Somers (Directory of Community Engagement and First Nations ACMI)

Gavin Somers is a proud Butjilla and Gubbi Gubbi man and ACMI's Director of Community Engagement & First Nations. Through his expertise in cultural inclusion and respectful practice, Gavin has helped position ACMI as a leading example of how organisations can celebrate First Nations storytellers and create meaningful cultural change.