Individual or Group Submission05/11/24

Anonymous 1127

Anonymous 1127 discusses their evolving understanding of Victoria's colonisation, the need for a treaty, and the importance of integrating First Peoples' history and culture into all aspects of the community.

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

Submission Transcription

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

Quite a bit now but only recently learnt most of it.

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

Primary school in the 70’s in a small town, we had indigenous people come and talk about artefacts and danced etc. Not much mentioned about colonisation. But we were very young so maybe not primary school stuff.

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

Treaty. Coming together to plan a respectful way forward for all.

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

Learning about it and taking responsibility for it. Being empathetic and caring and working together.

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

Learning about it and taking responsibility for it. Being empathetic and caring and working together.

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