New ICMS SRC Portfolio champions Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Representation

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students are represented on the Student Representative Council (SRC) in a new portfolio specifically dedicated to enhancing  awareness and involvement on campus and in the broader community.

Clayton King-Morris, a proud Bundjalung and Dunghutti man from the Far North Coast of New South Wales, has been appointed as the first SRC Head of First Nations Engagement.

Together with his sub-committee SRC members Angelika Auerbach, Jade Hughes, Luke Randle and Hannah Moody, Clayton aims to advocate for, and represent the hopes of, the Indigenous community at ICMS.

His work has the potential to reach far beyond the campus, making a lasting impact on inclusivity and representation.

Stepping up

Clayton is a currently completing his Diploma of Sports Management (High Performance) through ICMS pathway institution, the International Sport College Australia (ISCA).

He said his leadership skills were shaped by his time at St Johns College in Lismore, which had a big impact on who he is today.

With the inspiration and support of his mother, Bronwyn, who was the Indigenous Coordinator at his high school, Clayton is keen to advance the knowledge and appreciation of Aboriginal culture within the ICMS community.

He saw that there was already support for Indigenous students, and he believed there was a chance to do more.

After speaking with SRC President Tamzyn Harris, and with the full support of the ICMS community, a new role was created specifically for representing Indigenous students’ voices.

Increased Aboriginal Representation at ICMS

The new position on the SRC aligns with broader ICMS goals, including making Indigenous voices heard by creating a platform for Indigenous students to share their thoughts and ideas with staff and faculty.

The team aims to promote cultural education by sharing more about the history and culture of Indigenous Australians with domestic and international students.

The long-term impact goal is to ensure that Aboriginal culture is given due respect and consideration in everyday life, and to celebrate Aboriginal culture by including Indigenous traditions in college events in an authentic and engaging way.

ICMS a friend to First Nations Students

At ICMS, supporting Aboriginal students is a top priority, and the college demonstrates this commitment through various initiatives, including the ICMS Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Scholarship and the ISCA Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Scholarship.

These scholarship programs aims to provide financial assistance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, enabling them to pursue their academic goals.

Additionally, ICMS offers culturally sensitive support services, mentorship programs, cultural training for staff and cultural engagement opportunities for students.

ICMS strives to create an inclusive and supportive community through these efforts.

The goal is to empower Aboriginal students to excel academically and personally in a welcoming campus environment that respects and celebrates Indigenous culture.

More about the ICMS SRC 2024

The SRC, led by Tamzyn Harris, is dedicated to promoting inclusion, engagement, and celebrating the diversity that defines ICMS.

Their collective goals include greater connection between the ICMS Northern Beaches and City campuses, enhancing campus ambiance with live music, boosting the sports scene, championing and sharing Aboriginal culture, and delving into international cultures through food tasting, language lessons, and dance.

To stay updated, follow @icmscastlelife, the SRC Instagram account run by students for students.