The Hon. Linda Burney joins UTS Council

Ms Burney is a proud Wiradjuri woman who has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to advancing the inclusions of First Nations peoples within Australia’s public institutions, ensuring they are inclusive, representative and responsive to the communities they serve.

Ms Burney is a highly respected leader, having been the first, First Nations woman elected to the NSW Parliament, the Australian House of Representatives and appointed Minister for Indigenous Australians.

Before her parliamentary career, Ms Burney worked as a teacher in Western Sydney and later served as President of the NSW Aboriginal Education Consultative Group, where she played a significant role in the development of Australia’s first Aboriginal education policy.

UTS Chancellor Michael Rose AM said, “I warmly welcome Linda Burney to the UTS Council. Her depth of experience in education, public policy and leadership will be a great asset to the university.

“Linda Burney brings a strong understanding of education systems and governance, along with a lifelong commitment to improving outcomes for students and communities.”