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First Peoples

Report

The economic and social returns of reinvesting in families


The New South Wales child protection system remains overwhelmingly crisis driven. This report presents the findings of an economic case analysis and builds the evidence base for community advocacy and the case for investing in earlier, Aboriginal Community-Controlled Organisation led services to keep Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children safe, strong and together with their...
Report

Strengthening accountability for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families


This paper seeks to explore the nature and structure of accountability that will serve the rights, interests and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people, both within the child protection system, and more broadly. It presents two complementary accountability mechanisms for the New South Wales Government to address current shortcomings.
Fact sheet

Reconciliation snapshot: truth-telling and historical acceptance


Truth-telling supports stronger relationships and mutual respect through shared understandings of Australia's past and how it shapes the present. Truth-telling is fundamental to historical acceptance. This snapshot provides an overview of community attitudes to truth-telling and historical acceptance. It finds that strong support for truth-telling is evident across all states and territories.
Journal article

Review of alcohol use among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples: patterns, impacts and community-led responses

Monika Dzidowska, Nicole Hewlett, Lynette Bullen, Taleah Reynolds, Summer Loggins, James Conigrave
This review provides an overview of alcohol use among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples using the latest research. It discusses the historical context and scope of alcohol use, impacts on individuals and whole communities, relevant national policies and strategies, and presents an overview of efforts to address alcohol use and finally, future directions.
Policy

First Nations Economic Partnership


The First Nations Economic Partnership is an agreement with the: Coalition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community‑Controlled Peak Organisations, First Nations Economic Empowerment Alliance and the Australian Government. The purpose of the Economic Partnership is to advance the economic empowerment and lasting economic security for First Nations peoples, communities and organisations.