Individual or Group Submission03/11/24

Salaken Syed

In this submission, Salaken Syed, acknowledges their limited knowledge of the colonisation of Victoria and its impacts on First Peoples. They suggest promoting understanding through positive media discussions, creating an authoritative historical source, and involving behavioral scientists to change perceptions and attitudes towards First Peoples' history and culture.

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?

Not much. I only know surface level details as I couldn’t find an authoritative source summarising and detailing the relevant history.

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

I don’t have Victorian primary or secondary education as I am a migrant.

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

Slow but deliberate positive discussion in the mainstream media, aimed at changing the shared understanding of the trauma and promoting of a bright future plan.

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

Collect and document all history in order to create an authoritative source of history.
Education within the first people so they expand into more policy making roles.

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

Collect and document all history in order to create an authoritative source of history.
Education within the first people so they expand into more policy making roles.

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