Family History Research and The Biographical Index
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Biographical Index had its beginnings in 1979 as a Biographical Names Register. The AIAS Council agreed to a proposal that Library staff commence work on a biographical names register. The aim of the register was to provide a record of the achievements of Aboriginal people and it was hoped that it would be seen as a "source of pride for generations to come".
Today the index continues to be updated, using references from both historical and contemporary works held by the AIATSIS library. Knowing who you are, where you come from and how you fit in is an important part of identity. The index is used as a research tool for people conducting family history research.
Due to funding changes the Family History Unit at AIATSIS is no longer able to answer requests for detailed family history searches from the public.
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