Indigenous Repatriation Program – Museum Grants 2024-25

Overview

Indigenous Repatriation Program – Museum Grants 2024-25 aims to: Identify the origin of Indigenous Australian ancestral remains and secret sacred objects held in the eight funded museums' collections. Empower Indigenous Australian communities to be involved in the repatriation of their ancestral remains and secret sacred objects. Repatriate Indigenous Australian ancestral remains and secret sacred objects to their community of origin. Facilitate discussions with custodians for culturally appropriate storage and access to Indigenous Australian ancestral remains and secret sacred objects. Support the engagement and/or employment of Indigenous Australians to provide assistance, support and cultural advice to progress the repatriation of ancestral remains and secret sacred objects to communities of origin.