- Australian Koala Foundation (AKF) Chair Deborah Tabart OAM has published her first 'Deborah's Diary' for the year.
- In the introduction, Deborah touches on the fires in America and extends her deepest sympathies and support for the people and wildlife affected.
- She goes on to talk about her enthusiasm for the new year and the prospect of a new government, an mentions the Democracy Booklet - an initiative launched by the Australian Koala Foundation last week to inform and educate the public on how the system works, and what their vote means.
- The updated booklet emphasizes the importance of voting, particularly in light of Australia’s compulsory voting system, and encourages citizens to understand the significant impact their votes can have on shaping the nation’s future. Deborah, who has been actively involved in media interviews discussing the booklet, stresses that while the resource does not dictate whom to vote for, it educates voters on how their decisions can change history.
Key Highlights of the Democracy Booklet:
- A breakdown of the Australian democratic process and how it works.
- The procedure for passing key legislation, such as the proposed Koala Protection Act.
- A call to action for voters to embrace their civic duty and recognize the power of their vote.
- Insights into how personal history, like Deborah’s family experiences, shaped her political views and advocacy for environmental issues.
Deborah’s commitment to the environment and democracy is rooted in her upbringing, where discussions about history, geopolitics, and the extinction of species like the Tasmanian Tiger deeply influenced her views on governance and protection of the natural world.
'Deborah's Diary' is a series where Deborah talks candidly to the Australian Koala Foundation community and wider wildlife network about current events and issues.
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