Individual or Group Submission20/11/24

Anonymous 1325

Anonymous 1325, whose partner and children are First Nations, criticises Victoria's education system for its biased and incomplete portrayal of First Nations history, calling for transparent information and the removal of coloniser statues to promote cultural appreciation and truth-telling.

Topics: First Nations history in education, Shared understanding

Submission Transcription

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

My partner and children are First Nations and I was privileged myself to grow up with mob, I’m very familiar of the history and the continuing impacts and struggles First Nations peoples still encounter daily.

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

I think it’s appalling the state curriculum doesn’t tell the truth of this countries history, it focuses on a biased, sometimes untrue & not culturally appropriate side of the story. It’s time Australians learn truth about the land, peoples and story.

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

Transparent information

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

Being open and learning the intricacies of First Nations history and lore

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

Being open and learning the intricacies of First Nations history and lore

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