
In this episode of Lets Talk Black Excellence, we catch up with Dr Terri Janke, a trailblazer in Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) law, recently celebrating 25 years since founding Terri Janke and Company.
Dr Janke, a Wuthathi, Yadhaigana and Meriam woman, has been instrumental in shaping the legal landscape to protect Indigenous knowledge and culture. Her work has empowered countless Indigenous creatives, businesses, and communities to assert their rights and maintain cultural integrity and later penning the publication True Tracks of which her PHD was based on..
In this interview, Terri reflects on her journey, the challenges she’s overcome, and her unwavering commitment to advocating for Indigenous intellectual property rights. Listeners will gain insight into the evolution of ICIP law and the significance of Terri’s contributions to the field along with the role of artificial intelligence around Indigenous art and culture. A truly inspiring woman with a great yarn to share. .