Victorians have shared their truths on the impacts of colonisation on First Peoples. Now we invite you to listen and learn.
Shared Truths brings together people's short submissions to Yoorrook, describing experiences of land, health, education and everyday life. Thanks to everyone who has shared their truths.
Switch between topics and click on questions below to listen to people's Shared Truths.
Questions
Q: What does it feel like to be an Aboriginal person living in Victoria?
Q: What are the most important things you want people to know about your experiences?
Q: What changes do you want to see for your children and grandchildren?
Q: What does self-determination look like to you?
Q: What does country mean to you?
Q: What has happened to your mob and to country because your land was taken?
Q: What are some examples of good practices or programs happening on country that could be adopted more widely?
Q: What changes to laws or attitudes about land, sky and waters would you like to see?
Q: How could First Peoples’ history and culture be better taught at school?
Q: How could Aboriginal kids be better supported at school?
Q: How else could we improve the Victorian education system for First Peoples?
Q: What has been your experience of the Victorian health system? Have you faced any challenges or barriers to accessing care?
Q: Is the mainstream health system culturally safe for you? Why or why not?
Q: What are examples of good practice or programs happening at ACCHOs that could be adopted more widely across the health sector?
Q: What changes to the current health system would you like to see?
