This article brings together and discusses three research projects that examined the vocational education and career-decision making of Indigenous Australians. These studies focused on the experiences of Indigenous people themselves, in order to provide an Indigenous perspective on vocational and career development. Four main barriers that limit the career opportunities of Indigenous people are identified, and the characteristics of education and training settings that promote effective career development are described. The article concludes by suggesting ways to respond to the career development needs of Indigenous people that may lead to improved educational and employment outcomes.
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