On Tuesday 9 December, the Victorian Government will deliver an Apology to First Peoples.
The Apology is for the profound harms inflicted on First Peoples by the State and colony – both historic and ongoing. This is a key recommendation of the Yoorrook Justice Commission and was agreed to in the first Statewide Treaty, recently signed into law.
This moment is important. It is because of the collective strength and activism of First Peoples that truth and Treaty has been achieved.
The apology will take place during a special sitting of the Victorian Parliament on Tuesday 9th December 11-12.30pm.
Viewing from the gallery and Queen’s Hall is reserved for Elders and Community.
You can register to watch the apology (at no cost) here.
What you can do:
- Share the news of the apology, so that everyone who wants to be part of this moment is able to be
- Livestream the apology in your workplace: You are invited to livestream the apology in your workplace and community.
- Share wellbeing resources: Please be mindful of the wellbeing of yourselves and those around you and utilise the resources below if needed.
If you or someone you know need support or a safe space to talk, here are a few numbers you can call:
- 13YARN:13 92 76
- Lifeline:13 11 14
- Yarning SafeNStrong:1800 959 563
- Beyond Blue:1300 22 46 36
If you have any questions, please contact
Ciara O’Callaghan
Partnership & Ally Organiser
First People’s Assembly of Victoria
ciarao@firstpeoplesvic.org
[Posted on behalf of the First People’s Assembly of Victoria]