Sir Roland Wilson Foundation

We all have a role to play in achieving reconciliation in Australia and the Sir Roland Wilson Foundation is this National Reconciliation Week - and every week.

Through the Pat Turner Scholarship Program, the Foundation is taking action to make positive change for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The Pat Turner Scholarship enables strong Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership through high-quality research and skills training, building on the legacy of Dr Pat Turner AM.

Scholars study in a range of fields, including public administration, economics, social policy, data and cybersecurity, law, foreign policy, and climate change.

They return to The Australian Public Service ready for successful leadership, equipped with expert analytical skills and strong connections to academia.

Our thanks to Australia & New Zealand School of Government (ANZSOG) Chief Policy Fellow Dr Andy Mycock, who shared insights on knowledge translation with Sir Roland Wilson and Pat Turner scholars and alumni yesterday.

Andy’s research explores research-government partnerships, with a focus on how academic knowledge is mobilised to support policymaking through systems of engagement, brokerage and partnership.

He is currently visiting Australia from University of Leeds so scholars and alumni were able to share and compare UK and Australian experiences.