Anonymous 1430
Anonymous 1430 highlights the massive impact of colonisation on First Peoples, criticising the lack of comprehensive education on their history and culture. They call for better education in schools, more events celebrating First Nations, and greater representation in media.
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Colonisation has impacted First Peoples massively, from invading their land to disrespecting the land, their culture and their way of life. Not enough has been done to preserve their history and allow them to flourish in a modern world.
Having gone through schooling in the 90s, I don’t remember being taught much, if anything at all. I learnt about the First Fleet and Colonisation, but not what that meant for the First Nation’s people or how it really impacted them. It was not comprehensive at all and I don’t feel it has improved much.
Some Education in schools as a start. Like, “First Nation studies” in conjunction with “Religion and Ethics” or ‘History’ class (for example) Learn about the FULL history. But also, about their culture and way of life/living/history. The stories, the dreamtime, beliefs, how they read and understand the land and flora and fauna. We can learn a lot.
Be honest and open. Accept and acknowledge what was, and how we can be better. Accept and acknowledge a future, together.
Be honest and open. Accept and acknowledge what was, and how we can be better. Accept and acknowledge a future, together.
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