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Submission – Chenile Chandler
Chenile Chandler is a proud Wurundjeri woman of the Kulin Nations. In this submission, Chenile reflects on the impact of the Voice referendum and treaty, while highlighting the importance of community strength and the need for systemic change.
Submission – Mick Harding
Mick Harding belongs to the Nattarak Baluk and the Yowong-Illam Baluk clans of the Daung Wurrung, commonly known as the Taungurung people. He is an artist and owner of Ngarga Warendj, which means “dancing wombat”.
In this video submission, Mick discusses:
- His history and work as an artist
- His and others’ early work on the treaty, including the Treaty Working Group
- His work with the Heritage Council
- Self-determination
- And more
Submission – John Franklin and Vern Simpson
In this video submission, John Franklin, a Taungurung elder, and Vern Simpson, a descendant of the Wiradjuri people, discuss their stories and history, treaty, and truth-telling.
Submission – Djaran Murray-Jackson
Djaran Murray-Jackson is the reserved seat holder representing Dja Dja Wurrung on the First Peoples Assembly of Victoria. He has strong connections to Wamba Wamba, Yorta Yorta, Dhudhuroa, Waywurru, Barapa Barapa, Wergaia and Wiradjuri.
In this video submission, Djaran discusses his experiences as an Aboriginal person in Victoria, his hopes for more Aboriginal culture taught in schools, what self-determination looks like, and the challenges faced by Aboriginal people in housing.
Submission – Murray Cree
This submission outlines problems with treaties in New Zealand.
Submission – Jarvis Atkinson
Jarvis Atkinson, a Yorta Yorta man from Shepparton, recounts how his educational experiences led to involvement with the criminal justice system. He describes overcoming addiction and now works with the First Peoples Assembly, promoting Treaty and self-determination in Victoria.
