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The Joint Standing Committee on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs has commenced an inquiry into the Truth and Justice Commission Bill 2024, introduced in the Senate by Yamatji-Noongar Senator Dorinda Cox. The Bill proposes to establish a Federal Truth and Justice Commission, which would provide a national framework for truth-telling about the history and impacts … Continued
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This NAIDOC Week Charles Darwin University (CDU) is joining forces with a leading Northern Territory organisation that empowers First Nations young people and communities through the sport of basketball. CDU’s First Nations Leadership and the Men@CDU program is collaborating with Hoops 4 Health, an organisation that provides opportunities for positive change through mentors and healing … Continued
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Adaptovate have formed an alliance with Gadali, a national consulting firm that partners with community, corporations, government and technology platforms to foster employment and ICT sector growth while inspiring positive societal impact among indigenous communities. Gadali aims to establish itself as the leading ICT Consultancy and Systems Integrator for governmental and corporate entities, alongside implementing … Continued
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“We stand today, proudly echoing the voices of our ancestors, whose strength, fight and sacrifice has enabled us to be here today, keeping the fire burning” says Co-Chair of the Close the Gap Campaign, Karl Briscoe. Since the arrival of the British empire, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have actively resisted the colonial power, … Continued
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‘My art is all about telling and illustrating the stories my father told to me. The one thing I will never do is let my forefathers’ words be lost.’Alick Tipoti The Australian National Maritime Museum congratulates Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait) artist Alick Tipoti on being recognised with a NAIDOC Caring for Country and Culture … Continued
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A celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dance, enterprise and music will take over Sydney Town Hall on Wednesday 10 July for NAIDOC Week. NAIDOC in the City features markets showcasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, clothing, homewares and local services alongside dance performances at Lower Town Hall from 11am to 4pm. … Continued
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Research finds taking teachers onto Country can improve schooling for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Taking teachers out of the classroom and onto Country is building connections and confidence to imbed cultural knowledges and community understandings in classrooms across the state, says research led by UNSW Sydney. The Culturally Nourishing Schooling project (CNS) engages teachers, school … Continued
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Note to producers: Footage for news grabs and B-roll available here In a landmark partnership, the GunaiKurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (GLaWAC) and Monash University researchers have unearthed evidence of rituals dating back 500 generations. The findings, published in the scientific journal Nature Human Behaviour, uncover profound insights into the rich heritage of … Continued
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The Joint Standing Committee on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs (JSCATSIA) will hold its opening public hearing today for the inquiry into improving the economic self-determination and opportunities for First Nations Australians. Indigenous businesses are estimated to contribute more than $16 billion to the Australian economy, employ 116,795 people, and pay $4.2 billion in … Continued
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Aunty Munya Andrews and Carla Rogers are the co-directors of Evolve Communities, winners of the prestigious 2024 Telstra Best of Business Award for Building Communities, which recognised their exceptional efforts in fostering unity and understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. About Aunty Munya Andrews and Carla Rogers: Aunty Munya Andrews is a respected Aboriginal Elder, … Continued
