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Treaty Authority is open for business and Assembly states its clear intentions
17 July 2024
On the 17th of July, the Treaty Authority formally announced that it was open for business, coinciding with the First Peoples's Assembly announcement its intentions for a statewide treaty
A discussion on the progress towards reconciliation post the 2023 referendum
7 April 2024
A joint presentation by Professor Andrew Gunstone (National Centre for Reconciliation, Truth and Justice) and VAN's Charles Pakana on reconciliation post the referendum.
VAN’s Charles Pakana calls for Treaty supporters to learn from the 2023 Referendum campaign
29 January 2024
VAN Founder Charles Pakana urges support for Treaty at a gathering at Flemington on the 26th of January 2024.
Despite an overwhelming “No” vote, the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria remains reassuringly steadfast in its goals
15 October 2023
On the morning after Australia voted No to a Voice to Parliament, the First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria held a press conference with a strong message of moving forward.
Victorian Aboriginal leaders gather in unison and solidarity at the AAL to support a Yes vote at the referendum
10 September 2023
At a joint media conference at the Aborigines Advancement League, Aboriginal leaders gathered in unity to support a Yes vote at the forthcoming referendum.
The VAN Leader Tapes: Uncle Col Clark – a quiet and thoughtful approach to leadership with others always in mind
31 July 2023
Elder-in-residence at Dardi Munwurro, Uncle Col Clark is a leader who believes compassion and caring are fundamental to good leadership.
The VAN Leader Tapes: Aunty Geraldine Atkinson, a fearless leader for change and Treaty
18 July 2023
One of Victoria's most effective leaders, Aunty Geraldine Atkinson speaks frankly to VAN about her style of leadership and drive to promote education.
The VAN Leader Tapes: Uncle Bill Nicholson – the youngest recorded Elder of the Wurundjeri Woi wurrung
4 July 2023
Uncle Bill Nicholson of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung speaks out about his style of leadership and passion for education.
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