Framework for the Governance of Indigenous Data (New)

The Framework for the Governance of Indigenous Data (the Framework) aims to improve the accessibility, relevance, interpretability, and timeliness of government-held data for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Framework sets out four guidelines for APS agencies to build strong governance over their indigenous data holdings, including partnering with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, building data-related capabilities, providing knowledge of data assets, and building an inclusive data system. The Framework was designed in partnership between the APS and Indigenous leaders.

The Framework provides a stepping stone towards greater awareness and acceptance by Government agencies of the principles of Indigenous Data Sovereignty, and will embed areas of data governance where the objectives of the Indigenous Data Sovereignty movement and the Australian Government align.