Glenda Bray
Glenda Bray discusses the lack of First Nations history and culture being taught in schools in the 60s and 70s. She explains how listening has made it abundantly clear that the impacts of colonisation continue to this day and emphasises that non-First Nations Victorians should listen, learn, and acknowledge their privilege.
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Not enough, but trying to listen and learn more. From those I have listened to, it is abundantly clear that the impacts of colonisation continue to this day. My husband and daughter are palawa but I am white. Through nothing but sheer good luck, they have not been personally impacted but I know this could have been different and remind myself everyday of my privilege.
It was completely lacking, especially as I went to school during the 60’s and 70’s.
white fellas have been doing that for too long. I am happy to support what First Peoples would like to see changed.
Listen, learn and acknowledge our privilege. Be an ally.
Listen, learn and acknowledge our privilege. Be an ally.
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