Individual or Group Submission01/11/24

Anonymous 1090

This submission discusses how the colonisation of Victoria led to the oppression and dehumanisation of First Peoples. It outlines how education on their history and culture has been inadequate, and that there is a call for more comprehensive teaching at school, university and the corporate level.

Topics: First Nations history in education, Health, Shared understanding

Submission Transcription

What do you know about the colonisation of Victoria and its impacts on First Peoples?

I know that the First peoples were oppressed in all ways imaginable. I know that First peoples were seen as less human which is and was disgusting.

What has been your experience learning about First Nations history and culture in Victoria's education system? Do you feel it was comprehensive?

All I learnt at school was the First peoples ate bush food, have boomerangs and digeredoos. It was only in Senior high school that I self learnt about the Stolen generations

What changes would you like to see in Victoria to promote better understanding and respect for First Peoples cultures?

More comprehensive teaching of First Peoples culture in primary and secondary schools.

In what ways do you think non-First Nations Victorians can contribute to the process of truth-telling and treaty?

We, the truth tellers of Victoria, especially us as Health professionals are witness to the injustices in healthcare when it comes to the First peoples community.

In what ways could First Peoples history and culture be promoted in Victoria?

We, the truth tellers of Victoria, especially us as Health professionals are witness to the injustices in healthcare when it comes to the First peoples community.

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