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First Nations justice

Nakba: nationwide rallies to mark 75 years of Palestinian resistance

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This coming Monday, 15 May, marks the 75th anniversary of Palestine’s Nakba – the start of Palestinians’ continued violent disposession from their homes and land,  following Israel being founded.  To mark Nakba, meaning “catastrophe”, rallies will be held across so-called Australia on Saturday. Other events include seminars and screenings.   Late last year, in a …

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Tracing Palestine-Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander solidarity

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The Australian Government has plans to implement a Voice to Parliament for First Nations people to advise on national policies.   But Indigenous communities are advocating for treaty before a voice to parliament, and culturally and linguistically diverse communities are showing their solidarity.   The Palestinian community is strongly showing solidarity, particularly with the conflict …

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First Nations leadership crucial for climate action

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Communities are reeling from natural disasters across the continent as campaigners call for immediate climate action. This comes in the wake of an IPCC report released earlier this year which, for the first time, mentioned the crucial role First Nations people play in conserving ecosystems they have cared for and sustained for generations.  Academics have …

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