Reconciliation Victoria

On Saturday, Reconciliation Victoria’s members and supporters came together at Djerring Flemington Hub for our Annual Forum and AGM.   It was a wonderful day celebrating the year that was and looking forward to a very busy and exciting 2025!    A highlight was our Forum featuring Sue-Anne Hunter (Yoorrook Justice Commission), Rueben Berg (First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria) and Duean White (Treaty Authority). Moderated by Rec Vic's dear friend Uncle Charles Pakana (Victorian Aboriginal News), the panel spoke to how Treaty and truth-telling are intrinsically linked to reconciliation - and how Victoria is leading the way!    We are grateful to our amazing panelists and Uncle Charles for sharing their insights, and to Colin Hunter IV for a heartfelt Welcome to Country.   Thank you to all who attended on the day and to our partners and sponsors who make our work possible. If you’re not currently a Rec Vic member, please join us and support our mission to bravely lead reconciliation in Victoria - https://lnkd.in/gceTiyU7   ANTAR Victoria Andrew Gunstone Keith Gove Tony Stephen Alistair King Jude Rangi Clare Corbet Kelly Ziccone Russell Anderson Reconciliation Australia Moonee Valley City Council

Check out our DECEMBER eNews for an update on all the latest cultural events, reconciliation news and resources from around Victoria! Explore it here - https://lnkd.in/giUp58ge First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria Treaty Authority Yoorrook Justice Commission Reconciliation Australia Victorian Aboriginal News Andrew Gunstone Charles Pakana Jude Rangi Koorie Heritage Trust Koori Curriculum State Library Victoria

📣National Reconciliation Week 2025 theme announced📣 The National Reconciliation Week (NRW) 2025 theme, Bridging Now to Next, reflects the ongoing connection between past, present and future. At a time when Australia faces uncertainty in its reconciliation journey, this theme calls on all Australians to step forward together. Bridging Now to Next urges us to look ahead and continue the push forward as past lessons guide us. In the #NRW2025 theme artwork created by Kalkadoon woman Bree Buttenshaw, native plants − which are known for regenerating after fire and thriving through adversity − symbolise our collective strength and the possibilities of renewal. This is a time for growth, reflection, and commitment to walking together. Australia’s history of reconciliation is not a linear one, we have made great strides and experienced disappointing setbacks. Twenty-five years ago, Corroboree 2000 brought together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous leaders in a historic call for reconciliation. We continue that work in 2025, inviting all Australians to join us in Bridging Now to Next - building a more united and respectful nation. See more information on #NRW2025: https://lnkd.in/d3hGDGY6 📌More assets, activity, and information will be released in February 2025. #Reconciliation #BridgingNowtoNext

Reconciliation Victoria are seeking nominations for a First Nations Co-Chair! Are you passionate about Voice, Treaty and Truth, ready to help drive Reconciliation Victoria into a new and exciting year? If this sounds like you, please fill out our Rec Vic Nomination Form   https://lnkd.in/gKTk93RM Use this link for more information Co-Chair Position Description. https://lnkd.in/gKPxyTAs

We're excited to celebrate the incredible contributions of inspiring Aboriginal Victorians who have made a lasting impact on our community. This is a wonderful opportunity to recognize and honour First Nations individuals who are shaping a brighter future for all of Victoria. If you know a remarkable member of the First Nations community who deserves to be celebrated, we encourage you to nominate them today. Nominations are open until Friday 13 December. https://lnkd.in/gUGq4EYC

Murnong First Peoples Gathering Place will host its inaugural Koorie Kristmas Market.    This market aims to showcase local First Peoples artists and creators to the Inner East community. Be part of this inaugural event that will highlight and celebrate local First Peoples’ culture and strengthen the future of this gathering place in the Inner East.    Saturday 30 November  11am-2:30pm   https://lnkd.in/gDM4rkE6

The Victorian Women’s Public Art Program is seeking community feedback on six new public artworks in Victoria that honour women’s contributions, achievements and stories that help shape Victoria.    Three remarkable Indigenous women have been shortlisted for recognition, Aunty Dorothy Peters AM, Aunty Margaret (Lilardia) Tucker MBE, and Louisa Briggs. Each has made significant contributions to advancing Aboriginal rights in Victoria. Their bravery, strength, and unwavering determination deserve to be celebrated and honoured.   Please use this link to read these amazing women’s stories and participate in the survey before 8 December 2024.

Rec Vic is excited to be part of Treaty in the Park on Wadawurrung Country at Wyndham Park, 2-7pm Sunday 24 November. This all-ages music festival will be a celebration of First Nations music and culture, featuring spectacular artists like Dan Sultan, Kutcher Edwards and Brolga.  We will be on site running an info stall with One Fire Geelong and we'd love to see you there.  Gather your mob and get your tickets now: https://lnkd.in/gMcsDMdC

Check out our NOVEMBER eNews for an update on all the latest cultural events, reconciliation news and resources from around Victoria! Explore it here - https://lnkd.in/g8JkBkr4 First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria Treaty Authority Yoorrook Justice Commission Reconciliation Australia Victorian Aboriginal News National Centre for Reconciliation, Truth, and Justice Federation University Australia Andrew Gunstone Charles Pakana Rueben Berg Sue-Anne Hunter Duean White Jude Rangi Koorie Heritage Trust ANTAR Koori Curriculum The Torch State Library Victoria

Join us for our Annual Forum and AGM 2024, this Saturday 26 October! We're again partnering with ANTaR Victoria and after the formal AGM proceedings, Uncle Charles Pakana will facilitate a forum with special guests: - Rueben Berg | Co-Chair, First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria - Sue-Anne Hunter | Deputy Chair and Commissioner, Yoorrook Justice Commission - Duean White | Inaugural Member, Treaty Authority The discussion will focus on this year's Treaty negotiations and how truth-telling and the path to Treaties in Victoria are intrinsically linked with the journey towards reconciliation. 🗓 Saturday 26 October 2024, 10:45am - 3pm 📍Djerring Flemington Hub, Flemington 👉 Registrations essential and close on Wednesday 23 October. Find out more and register here - https://lnkd.in/gGvcJF8a