Individual or Group Submission17/11/24

Nicole Talarico

In this submission, Nicole Talarico states that colonisation brutally attacked Aboriginal land, destroying life and livelihood. She advocates for understanding terra nullius, listening, and reviving Indigenous languages.

Topics: Language, Place names, Shared understanding

Submission Transcription

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

It was a brutal attack on Aboriginal peoples land and they destroyed life and livelihood

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

Nothing

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

The truth – I want terra nulius to be understood and the impact that has and continues to have

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

By listening and undertaking their own journey of unlearning and relearning

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

By listening and undertaking their own journey of unlearning and relearning

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