Support the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria
When it comes to Aboriginal communities, cultures and lands, Aboriginal people are the experts. In Victoria, we have a democratically elected body representing the interests of First Peoples, including through the Treaty process. Find out more about the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria and how you can show your support.
First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria and Victorian Government members welcome the opening of Statewide Treaty negotiations, led by Assembly Co-Chairs Rueben Berg (left) and Ngarra Miller (centre), Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan (second from left) and Minister for Treaty and First Peoples Natalie Hutchins (second from right).What is the Assembly?
The creation of the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria in 2018 was a landmark moment in the state’s progress towards implementing all three key pillars of the Uluru Statement from the Heart – Truth, Treaty and Voice.
The Assembly is the independent and democratically elected body to represent Traditional Owners of Country and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Victoria. It is the Voice for Victorian First Peoples.
Part of this role is to negotiate Treaty with the Victorian Government on behalf of the state’s First Peoples. These negotiations include some of the recommendations made by Yoorrook.
The Assembly will also continue to push for Yoorrook’s recommendations to be implemented in full by the government. This is an important accountability mechanism when Yoorrook’s life has ended.
How you can help.
There are many ways mob and allies can help the Assembly’s crucial work moving forward, from attending events to supporting actions. Find out more here.