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Stan Grant


Writer  |  Theologian | Journalist








Interviewer: Courtney Boag
Cinematography: Stéphanie Austruy

1 October, 2024





“I think we make a big mistake when we trade politics for our spirit. Our spirit is more important than politics and this gets lost in the modern discourse. To be Aboriginal for me is to be at one with that place and to hold that space open for others, to hold Yindyamarra open as a gift. Not as a transaction, not a contract, not a constitution, but a gift. But we are still in search of offering and receiving that gift fully in Australia.”


Stan Grant










Distinguished Professor Stan Grant is one of Australia’s most respected journalists, authors, and public intellectuals, with a career spanning more than three decades across broadcast, print, and digital media. A proud Wiradjuri man, Grant is deeply committed to exploring the intersections of identity, faith, and the human condition. He is also a renowned theologian, known for his thought-provoking contributions on issues of race, reconciliation, and justice.

Grant has held prominent roles in both Australian and international media, including with the ABC, SBS, CNN, and Sky News. He has reported from some of the world’s most challenging conflict zones and covered significant global events, earning numerous awards, including multiple Walkley Awards for excellence in journalism. As an author, Grant has written extensively on Indigenous issues, politics, history, and culture. His acclaimed books, such as Talking to My Country and Australia Day, provide powerful insights into the ongoing impacts of colonialism and the resilience of Indigenous communities. His writing combines personal reflection, theological inquiry, and a deep understanding of Australia’s national identity.

In addition to his work in media and writing, Stan is a key figure in Australian academia. He is the Director of the Yindyamarra Research Centre at Charles Sturt University, where he works to promote Indigenous knowledge systems and values. The Centre, named after the ‘Wiradjuri term for respect. Nguluway, the Wiradjuri word for meeting. Yindyamarra Nguluway is where people meet: a non-partisan space where discussion is encouraged and civil disagreement is welcomed’. Stan’s involvement at Yindyamarra underscores his commitment to bridging the gap between traditional Indigenous wisdom and contemporary society, contributing to the wider conversation around reconciliation and the future of Indigenous Australia.

Stan is a prominent voice in public discourse, frequently speaking on topics such as reconciliation, justice, and the moral complexities of modern society. His work continues to inspire and challenge audiences to reflect on Australia’s history, identity, and the path toward a more just and inclusive future.





























Interested to learn more about Stan’s work at Yindyamarra Nguluway? Follow this work here. 


Read Stan’s latest book entitled, ‘Murriyang Song of Time’. In his most poetic and inspiring work yet, Stan offers a means of moving beyond the binaries and embracing a path to peace and forgiveness, rooted in the Wiradjuri spiritual practice of Yindyamarra – deep silence and respect. 

Read some of Stan’s latest articles via The Saturday Paper.
 

Follow Stan via @stangrant


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