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First Peoples
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Discussion paper
Where to now: the road ahead for Indigenous policy
Publisher
First Peoples economic conditions
Closing the Gap
First Peoples economic participation
Policy reform
Australia
Description
This paper argues that applying the principles of a market economy and democracy — successful elsewhere in Australia — can bring prosperity to Indigenous communities. It proposes fundamental changes to Indigenous policy, including land rights reform, to foster economic inclusion and accountability.
The paper identifies and makes recommendations on these four key pillars for driving change:
- Economic Participation: Addressing barriers like collective land ownership, which stifles private property ownership and economic activity.
- Education: Improving school attendance and educational attainment to build a skilled labour force.
- Safe Communities: Reducing crime rates and social dysfunction to create a stable environment for business.
- Accountability: Reforming the justice and welfare systems and ensuring responsible governance.
Publication Details
ISBN:
978-1-922674-85-2
Copyright:
Centre for Independent Studies 2024
License type:
All Rights Reserved
Access Rights Type:
open
Series:
Analysis Paper 74
Post date:
31 Jul 2024
