Making Participation Easier
- Take someone you trust
- Go with family
- Ask for help if you need it
- Take your time
- Do it your way
- Remember your voice matters
Our Journey to Political Voice
- Aboriginal people were excluded from voting until 1962
- Many decisions were made about our communities without consultation
- Government policies controlled many aspects of Aboriginal lives
- Interactions with formal systems have often been challenging
- Many of our old people never had the chance to participate
Let's hear from Sammy: Historical exclusion and building political participation
Remember:
It’s okay to feel unsure
Our old people fought for this right
Being involved helps make change
You can start small
Mob are here to help
Your voice makes us stronger