Education
ATSIMA – Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Mathematics Alliance
ATSIMA
Location:
Stirling, SA
Description:
ATSIMA is an Indigenous-led charity,
registered and incorporated in 2015. It is the only national organisation
specifically committed to creating ways of teaching and learning mathematics
that connects to First Nations Australians’ histories and cultures. By
transforming mathematics education for First Nations Australian learners, all
students benefit.
ATSIMA collaborates with key stakeholders and partners to
design and deliver important programs and initiatives across Australia whereby
First Nations Australian learners can realise their potential in mathematics,
and in career aspirations and life opportunities.
These initiatives include
professional learning programs, classroom resources, leadership schools,
and STEM camps in culturally responsive mathematics education.