Mitch Wallis Podcast

Charles Prouse on The Voice to Parliament: the mental health impact of "NO"

10.09.2023 - By Mitch WallisPlay

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Charles Prouse is a Nyikina man from the Kimberley, Western Australia, with over 20 years' experience in Indigenous affairs across Australia. From public policy and corporate consulting to chairing the boards of inequality-oriented charities and authoring his book, "On the Voice". His most recent work has focused on campaigning for The Voice to Parliament, championing the Yes vote with the goal of returning to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples a small part of what was originally always theirs.

The episode covers:

how the voting process is impacting Indigenous Australians

removing the us vs. them mentality and addressing disadvantage on a large scale

addressing the fears that perpetuate a "No" vote

his personal struggle and the story that drives the mission

why voting "Yes" doesn't mean that you lose

how loss aversion is clouding our judgment

the mental health crisis in Indigenous Australians

A friendly reminder, that if you're eligible, please ensure to vote this upcoming weekend, Saturday 14 October 2023.

If you want to connect with Charles, you can do so here:

www.nyikbar.com/about

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