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Submission - Elias Jarvis

In this video submission, Elias Jarvis, a proud Djab Wurrung and Kirrae Wurrung man, discusses the bittersweet experience of being an Aboriginal person in Victoria, the impact of land loss on culture and intergenerational wealth, what self-determination looks like, and the challenges for Aboriginal people in accessing affordable and appropriate housing.

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Submission - Elias Jarvis | Yoorrook Justice Commission