We are the democratic voice for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people in Victoria on the shared journey to Treaty. Walk with us.
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Local knowledge = practical solutions.
Got friends wanting to learn more about the shared journey to Treaty in Victoria?
We’ve put together this explainer for our friends and allies which you can share around.
firstpeoplesvic.org/treaty-e…
“We can’t change history, but we can learn from it.
Changing the date of Australia Day would create a pathway towards harmony grounded in truth.”
Opinion by our co-chair @ngarra_murray in @crikey_news today crikey.com.au/2025/01/27/aus…
Hey friends and allies - wondering how you can show your support and solidarity this 26 January? We've got a list of local Survival/Invasion Day events: firstpeoplesvic.org/news/inv…
Only three weeks away! Got your tickets?
treatydayout.com/
"It shouldn't be surprising that throwing a party on that date is offensive to a lot of Aboriginal people.” nit.com.au/17-01-2025/15792/…
“January 26 represents the beginning of dedicated attempts to wipe our people, our cultures, and our languages off the face of the planet.
It shouldn’t be surprising that throwing a party on that date is offensive to a lot of Aboriginal people.”
firstpeoplesvic.org/news/26-…
Clearance sale: We’ve reduced our 2025 Treaty calendars to $5!
Get yours while stock lasts: firstpeoplesvic.myshopify.co…
If the aim of a national holiday is to bring people together, then don’t hold it on a day that marks the arrival of the First Fleet - a date that causes hurt and pain to many people in our community! change.org/p/australia-day-j…
Hey mob (and allies!) looking for ways to show your support for Treaty in Victoria? Just a reminder that we've got a deadly range of merch in our online shop: firstpeoplesvic.myshopify.co…
Negotiations for the first Statewide Treaty are underway! Here's our first joint formal update with the Government firstpeoplesvic.org/news/neg…
We’re always out having yarns with the community all across the State to ensure Treaty is inclusive. Listen in to what some of the mob had to say.
When it comes to Aboriginal communities, cultures and lands, the experts are Aboriginal people! That’s why we want Treaty to ensure Aboriginal communities always have the ability to come up with and deliver practical solutions at a local level. Learn more: firstpeoplesvic.org/treaty/
Free on Saturday 18 January? ✅
Wanna see a deadly film? ✅
Wanna sing along with the aunties?✅
Join us for fun night under the stars in Naarm watching the The Sapphires!
Details here: firstpeoplesvic.org/events/m…
Take a bow Patty Mills 🖤💛❤️💚💙🤍
First Australian (in more ways than one😉) to play 1000 @NBA games!
A true inspiration 💪🏽
Hey mob. It’s your Treaty, so make sure you’re up to date with the key concepts being discussed in negotiations and have your say.
Find out more at:
firstpeoplesvic.org/treaty/
Got some cleaning up to do today? Well now you can recycle AND raise money for the Treaty journey at the same time! That's right, we're registered with the Container Deposit Scheme. Here's all you need to know: firstpeoplesvic.org/news/rec…
Happy new year everyone! We had a massive year, and we’re all set to have an even bigger one in 2025!
Hope you mob are getting some down time over the break. Maybe even a bit of travel? If so, share a pic in the comments of where you are and tell us what Country you're on.
Merry Christmas mob, we look forward to making more history with you in the new year! firstpeoplesvic.org/news/an-…