In this event, the PLN was joined by distinguished Elders Aunty Prof. Eleanor Bourke and Aunty Geraldine Atkinson to examine the relationship between truth-telling, treaty, Indigenous recognition and self-determination.

As central case studies for this discussion, we considered the objectives and processes of the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria and the Yoo-rrook Justice Commission, two recently established Indigenous-led bodies tasked with delivering the truth about Victoria’s colonial history and a pathway to treaty in Victoria. Consideration was given to what may be learnt from treaty and truth-telling efforts in Victoria and other jurisdictions for the purpose of best implementing the Uluru Statement from the Heart and a First Nations voice to the Commonwealth Parliament.

Check out the work of the First Peoples' Assembly and Yoo-rrook Justice Commission here- and we also recommend looking into and regularly Paying the Rent:

https://yoorrookjusticecommission.org.au/

https://www.firstpeoplesvic.org/

https://paytherent.net.au/