WHERE TO NOW, AND WHAT YOU CAN DO
The outcome of the referendum is not what we had hoped for and worked so tirelessly towards. Right now, we’re contending with the nation’s rejection of the generous, unifying invitation from First Nations communities across Australia for a brighter future for this county. We share in the deep discouragement that you may be feeling. The road ahead seems challenging, but please know that we are not giving up. Together, we will persevere in the face of adversity–towards a more equal and just nation.
“The campaign for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament in Australia, which culminated in this referendum, spans decades of tireless campaigning from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, some of whom did not live to see this historic moment. They courageously forged this path so that First Nations People and non-Indigenous Australians could attempt to walk together toward justice, healing and truth."
“We will continue to work alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples for the protection and advancement of their human rights, and we reiterate our commitment to the human rights of First Nations Peoples all over the world.”
- Uncle Rodney Dillon, Palawa Elder and Amnesty International Australia First Nations Rights Advisor
If you, like us, feel you want to do something right now that can and will make a difference, take action in one of the following ways:
- Campaign with us to raise the age of criminal responsibility in Australia and keep First Nations children out of prison
- Donate: We rely on your continued support to keep fighting to improve the social and emotional outcomes for First Nations communities
- Support First Nations led organisations:
The battle for human rights for First Nations people is far from over. Significant gaps continue to exist in areas such as judicial justice, education, health, housing and more. And we are fully committed to continuing to campaign until these human rights are advanced and reflected in everyday life. Importantly, we will keep working to keep children out of prisons across Australia by raising the age of criminal responsibility to at least 14 years old in line with international standards.
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Communication on the Voice is authorised by Sam Klintworth, Amnesty International Australia, Sydney/Gadigal