Understanding Water Values in Indigenous Australia
Offered By: Australian Water School via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the significance of Indigenous water values in Australia through this 55-minute webinar. Delve into 15 years of research conducted with Indigenous communities across northern Australia, examining how their ancient knowledge and cultural practices inform modern water resource management. Learn about the crucial role of Indigenous values, knowledge, and rights in shaping successful water planning and development. Gain insights into topics such as cultural flows, Indigenous engagement, water rights, and the application of traditional wisdom in urban environments. Discover how integrating Indigenous perspectives enhances our understanding of hydrology, groundwater management, and sustainable water practices in both rural and urban settings.
Syllabus
Introduction
Presentation
Australia
Hydrology
Indigenous Water Values
Education
Groundwater
Cultural Flows
Indigenous Engagement
Indigenous Water Rights
Urban Environments
Question
Wrap up
Taught by
Australian Water School
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