"This is such a significant period in time for us. An Aboriginal representative body is necessary to give a unified and strong voice for our mob. A treaty should deliver recognition of our unique position as this country's first people, repatriation for past wrongs and injustices, improve our lives today and allow us to establish the foundations for a strong and bright future for our future generations. It will enable us to build and celebrate our cultural strength."- Jill Gallagher – Co-chair Aboriginal Treaty Interim Working Group ... See MoreSee Less
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In March 2017, Aboriginal Victoria is facilitating 12 community consultations across six regional and metropolitan locations to inform and engage the Victorian Aboriginal community in the treaty proce...
Yesterday Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peak bodies delivered the ‘Redfern Statement’ to the Prime Minister at Parliament House. The historic Statement calls for changes that address housing, health, education, justice, disability and representation for Aboriginal people. As a community we are calling on the Prime Minister to support the roadmap that addresses the gap between Australia’s First Peoples and non-Indigenous Australians. Read more about the statement here: nationalcongress.com.au/redfern-statement/ #redfernstatement ... See MoreSee Less
The handing over of the #redfernstatement is an historic moment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peak organisations from across the country presenting the Prime Minister with an authoritative v...
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