Anonymous 1380
Anonymous 1380, who has learned about colonisation globally and through personal experiences, calls for immersive learning experiences on country, shared storytelling, and better promotion of First Nations events to enhance understanding and respect for First Peoples in Victoria.
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I know about the impact of colonisation globally, within my own blood lines and Australia to a degree, I am still missing historical facts that are non-biased and truth-telling. I do not know specifically other then a few things I have read when learning about the Yarra about colonisation of Victoria specifically.
I had no education through the Victorian education system, and I know my children now going through school have provided the feedback it is no where as extensive us our conversations at home. I am fortunate to have worked as a nurse and in communities and have learnt through relationships and friendships over time. Even then though, it is limited.
Immersive learning experiences on country, and shared conversation opportunities. I do not learn through online learning modules, I learn through shared story telling and through and with people I am forming relationships with. It would be great for my children to have crosscultural conversations and peer opportunities with First Nations people their own ages.
Through advocacy and having the confidence of knowing truth and speaking truth amongst other non-First Nations Victorians.
Through advocacy and having the confidence of knowing truth and speaking truth amongst other non-First Nations Victorians.
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