Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples have long called for a comprehensive account of Australia’s history and emphasised the significance of truth-telling for political transformation and reconciliation.

The research on community truth-telling, based on a unique collaborative study between the Centre for Inclusive and Resilient Societies, Alfred Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalisation and Reconciliation Australia, found Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities have shown significant leadership in truth-telling, often with few resources or support. Importantly, they have invited non-Indigenous people to partner with them in truth-telling.

The investigation contains numerous case studies of successful community truth-telling activities. These case studies provide easily understandable examples of what truth-telling looks like, what constitutes best practice and how to ensure safety and protection from re-traumatising.