In this special three-part series, we are heading 'Beyond the Blind Spots' of the Australian education system. Dr Tracy Woodroffe is a proud Warramunga and Luritja woman, a researcher, and an educator with over twenty years of experience in the Northern Territory. The conversation leans into policy, poverty, and identity, while exploring practical, visionary pathways for First Nations Education. This isn't just a conversation about data; it's about the human stories and the systemic shifts required to ensure every student has a place where they truly belong.Episode 1: Identity and RootsTracy and I discuss 'the two sides of the coin,' the legacy of the Stolen Generation, and how our ancestry and life lessons define who we are.Episode 2: Policy and PovertyWe discuss why 'Closing the Gap' is often a colonial construct and dive into the gritty reality of poverty and systemic racism in remote communities. It's an honest look at what it really takes to drive change.Episode 3: Innovation and EmpowermentWe discuss the urgent need for more First Nations teachers and Tracy's work in metacognition, teaching students how to find their voice and own their learning. Courageous Dialogues Podcast is hosted by Tanya Moran. https://www.courageousdialogues.com/