[Edited extract from public address]
Participate in an open and honest conversation about why reconciliation matters, and what role we can all play in recognising the injustices of the past and how we can work together towards a better future.
Listen, learn and discuss ideas about what we can do as allies and how we can build relationships and communities that recognise, respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories and cultures.
Venue: This event will be hosted on Zoom and you will receive the log-in details once you confirm your registration.
Participants will be invited to share their questions and thoughts through a Q&A function.
Considerations: Please feel free to share this invitation with your friends and family who may be interested in attending - https://vmcreconciliationweek.eventbrite.com.au
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Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC)
Address: Level 3, 1 Macarthur Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Tel: (03) 9651 5901
Email: contact@vmc.vic.gov.au
Website: www.multicultural.vic.gov.au
Join this online forum to mark the significance of Reconciliation Week 2020.
As reflected in this year’s theme – ‘In This Together’ – reconciliation is a journey for all Australians.Participate in an open and honest conversation about why reconciliation matters, and what role we can all play in recognising the injustices of the past and how we can work together towards a better future.
Listen, learn and discuss ideas about what we can do as allies and how we can build relationships and communities that recognise, respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories and cultures.
Speakers and panel members:
- Joy Murphy Wandin AO, Senior Wurundjeri Elder of the Kulin Nation, Reconciliation Australia, senior representative
- Vivienne Nguyen, Chairperson, Victorian Multicultural Commission
- Maria Dimopoulos AM, Deputy Chairperson, Victorian Multicultural Commission
- Dr Umber Rind, General Practitioner, New Leaf Medical Clinic
- Shankar Kasynathan, Commissioner, Victorian Multicultural Commission
Venue: This event will be hosted on Zoom and you will receive the log-in details once you confirm your registration.
Participants will be invited to share their questions and thoughts through a Q&A function.
Considerations: Please feel free to share this invitation with your friends and family who may be interested in attending - https://vmcreconciliationweek.eventbrite.com.au
Bookings: Online through Eventbrite
MORE:
Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC)
Address: Level 3, 1 Macarthur Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Tel: (03) 9651 5901
Email: contact@vmc.vic.gov.au
Website: www.multicultural.vic.gov.au