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To start off, we want to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land we're all on. ReachOut is based on Gadigal Land and we extend that acknowledgement to all the incredible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Country each of our community members come to us from. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, and to all First Nations people in our community too. ❤️💛🖤

 

National Reconciliation Week is a time for us to learn about our history and culture, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. What does reconciliation mean? Sancia shares what reconciliation means to them - have a read here. And Zoe shares her thoughts here too.

 

This year's National Reconciliation Week theme is "Be Brave. Make Change.” It is a challenge for individuals, families, communities, organisations and government—to Be Brave and tackle the unfinished business of reconciliation so we can Make Change. Not sure how you can do that? Alice has some great tips here on how to be an ally to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

 

What are some ways you are going to be brave and make change? Let us know in the comments below! 

Iona_RO
Iona_ROPosted 30-05-2022 12:23 PM

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Saltwaterdreamtime
SaltwaterdreamtimePosted 08-06-2021 05:06 PM

My favourite artist, Ziggy Ramo, playing his version of Little Things live at the footy this past weekend. 
https://www.instagram.com/tv/CPzTiY4HrJE/?utm_medium=copy_link

 
 
 
 
Saltwaterdreamtime
SaltwaterdreamtimePosted 11-06-2021 12:41 PM

Why did it do that circle thing what the hahaha 

 
Bre-RO
Bre-ROPosted 31-05-2022 12:00 PM

I'm logging in from Wangal land today 👋

 

I acknowledge and pay my respects to the traditional custodians of this land, the Wangal people of the Eora nation, and extend that respect to elders past and present. 

 

I'm lucky to reside on this land, cared for by the Wangal people for thousands of years (at least 65,000 😲). Although nowadays there are trains, buses, roads and buildings I still witness the beauty of this country every day. When I walk the streets of my local area, I can feel the shade of ancient trees, smell the perfume of native flowers and hear the birdsong.

 

I'm reminded of the profound bond Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples share with land, water, and sky in these moments. This always was, and always will be, Aboriginal land. ❤️

 

I recognise that every person has a part to play in reconciliation - I commit to continuous learning about Aboriginal land, culture, customs and beliefs. I commit to sharing that knowledge with my circle of friends and family - especially in the face of ignorance or racism. 

 

 

 

 

 
 
lemurien
lemurienPosted 02-06-2022 02:33 PM

that was a very beautiful post @Bre-RO🙂 I loved to read your descriptions of nature. I think other Australians can (and should) learn a lot from our First Peoples about respecting and appreciating the Earth instead of exploiting it, or ignoring the way it cares for us. 

I have been keeping up with the election recently and I learned about the Uluru statement from the Heart. The Statement is was given as a gift to the Australian people, I was very moved by it, you can read it here. I'm really happy that the new government wants to take action on the Statement and I hope this leads to real change... 

 
 
 
Bre-RO
Bre-ROPosted 02-06-2022 02:52 PM

Thank you for sharing the Uluru Statement from the Heart  @lemurien  such a generous gift ❤️ I find it moving as well, and agree that we have a lot to learn.  But, hopefully, a new chapter is beginning, and one where we all show bravery to make the changes needed. 

 
 
Iona_RO
Iona_ROPosted 01-06-2022 12:31 PM

Thanks for sharing @Bre-RO , I love how you're committing to ongoing learning about Aboriginal Land, culture, customs and beliefs. I think it's so important to see this learning as something that never stops, rather than just a box to tick 👏

 

If anyone else in the community would like to Be Brave & Make Change by learning more about First Nations people, their history and their present - here are some resources you can check out 😊

 

  • Did you know that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australia is made up of 100s of different and distinct groups, each with their own culture, customs, language and laws? You can have a look at the map here and find out what Land you are on.

 

  • Do you know about the Stolen Generations? You can learn more here. This subject is very distressing, so please make sure to look after yourself and take any breaks you need when viewing.

 

  • Not sure how to take action? Have a look at these suggestions and figure out some ways you can work on being the change.

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