Research and Evaluation

Moodjar's unique value proposition lies in its rigorous research phase at the start of nearly every project. 

This approach ensures that our initial material is current, evidence-based, and contextually relevant to the site, history, area and client.

Moodjar partners with seasoned scholars in heritage, history, community development, anthropology, and sociology. Many of our researchers have collaborated with Dr. Len Collard and recognise the importance of placing Nyungar and Aboriginal kaartidjin (knowledge) and waangkiny (voices) at the forefront in this region.

While most resources are based on colonists' perspectives, research serves as the initial step but remains a secondary source throughout Moodjar's process.

Nyungar kaartidjin and language will always be Moodjar's primary source of evidence.

How is the research maximised?

Moodjar leverages literature reviews and desktop research to enhance its services. This research is vital, in particular, to Moodjar's placenames model, essential for decoding and linking a sense of place to names or organisations.

Following this research, Moodjar conducts workshops to help stakeholders - including senior knowledge holders, Aboriginal staff, RAP members, and operational team members - understand and connect with the site, location, or organisation's history and its relationship to Nyungar and Aboriginal culture.

By aligning an evidence-based sense of place with Aboriginal naming and decoding, Moodjar transforms participants' learning and connection to boodjar and language. This process also empowers participants to name their organisation or communal space using Nyungar language - a true act of reconciliation.

The Nyungar naming and decoding section provides a detailed explanation of this method.

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