Annual Report and Plan 2019-20
We proudly acknowledge the First Peoples of Victoria and their ongoing strength in practising the world’s oldest living culture.
In August 2018, the Advancing the Treaty Process with Aboriginal Victorians Act 2018 (Treaty Act) became law, having passed through both houses of the Victorian Parliament in June 2018.
Message from the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs in Victoria.
In response to ongoing calls from Aboriginal Victorians, the Victorian Government committed to pursuing treaty in 2016.
Consulting with community to establish an Aboriginal Representative Body.
Victoria is proudly leading the nation with its commitment to treaty and advancing Aboriginal self-determination.
To establish a positive working relationship with the Assembly, the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs has been meeting regularly with Assembly representatives.
In pursuing treaty, the government is committed to acknowledging the truth of Victoria’s history and laying the foundations for new, positive relationships.
Prior to the Assembly’s establishment, the Victorian Government was responsible for supporting Aboriginal Victorians to participate in the treaty process.
The Deadly Questions campaign to build understanding between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people and give Aboriginal Victorians a platform to tell their stories and amplify their voices.
Reviewed 05 October 2020
