Understanding the Voice - what it means in practical terms
On Saturday 14 October 2023, Australians will have the opportunity to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in our Constitution through a Voice to Parliament. This panel discussion unpacks what a Voice to Parliament for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will mean in practical terms.
Moderated by National Chair Sarah Howe who is joined by:
Rodney Dillon: chairperson of the Aboriginal Heritage Council. He has been a member of numerous high-level boards including National Oceans (5 years), Australian Heritage Council (6 years), Stolen Generations (4 years) and Commissioner for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Commission (8 years).
Greg Barns: barrister, author, and political commentator. Greg practices in the areas of criminal law, administrative law, and human rights. He is a former President of the Australian Lawyers Alliance. He was appointed Senior Counsel in Tasmania in 2020.
Matt Jeffrey: writer, musician, union activist, and student of Secondary Education at the University of Newcastle. He is a Wadi Wadi man of the Yuin Nation, and an advocate for social and economic justice.