Tirkanthi Yangadlitya, meaning learning for the future, is a significant space within our library.
Located on Level 1 of the Barr Smith Library, this space has been designed to empower, to teach, and to carve out space for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and peoples. It has been turned from a computer lab and study space into an area that encourages learning, sharing, and discussion.
After numerous consultations with our Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander staff, students, and community, it was deemed that nature should inspire the colours, furnishings, and feel of the space. You might notice the colour of the paint, chairs, and rugs can all be found in natural settings, and that the overall feel of the space evokes a fraction of the calm you can find in nature.
Even the smallest of elements have been considered in this room, for their effect and ability to enhance understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. For example, we encourage you to cast an eye towards the pendants hanging on the far side of the space, and to marvel at the craftmanship of these hand-woven lamps.
We invite all members of our community to use, enjoy, and learn from our Tirkanthi Yangadlitya space. If you are interested in booking this space, please email library@adelaide.edu.au with the details of your booking.
