This essay reflects on the importance of intercultural competence for effectively working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families, in the context of schooling. It discusses the need for teachers to develop intercultural competencies and impart the necessary knowledge to students. The essay also highlights the importance of service learning and community engagement in developing intercultural competence among the Aboriginals and the Torres Strait Islander population. Access solved assignments, essays, and dissertations on Desklib.