The second edition of a scholarly work which examines the University of Melbourne’s troubled and complex historical relationship with Indigenous people was released today.

The book, Dhoombak Goobgoowana: A History of Indigenous Australia and the University of Melbourne, Volume 2: Voice, builds on the foundation of Volume One: Truth and shifts focus to the emergence of Indigenous leadership, scholarship and collaboration and its impact on the University.

The book is written and edited by Redmond Barry Distinguished Professor Marcia Langton AO, Dr Ross L Jones and Dr James Waghorne.

Volume Two brings to light powerful stories of resilience, resistance and reform with contributions from leading Indigenous and non-Indigenous scholars who offer critical insights into the University’s evolving relationship with First Nations communities, both on campus and beyond.

From the legacy of Aboriginal student activism to the development of Indigenous-led research and the transformation of collecting practices, Voice marks a significant chapter in the University’s commitment to truth-telling.

Both Volume One and Volume Two of the Dhoombak Goobgoowana series can be downlaoded as free digital files HERE.