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Understanding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Slang & Words: A Guide to Common Words and Terms

Understanding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Slang & Words: A Guide to Common Words and Terms

Language is a powerful connector, and within First Nations communities across Australia, unique slang and terms have developed that reflect history, culture, and identity. These words are often hea...

Celebrating the Strength and Achievements of Australian First Nations Women

Celebrating the Strength and Achievements of Australian First Nations Women

On International Women’s Day, we honour the resilience, leadership, and achievements of Australian First Nations women who have shaped history, culture, and society. From the 19th century to today,...

Key Dates in First Nations History and Advocacy

Key Dates in First Nations History and Advocacy

First Nations history in Australia is marked by resilience, activism, and significant milestones in the ongoing fight for rights, recognition, and justice. From early protests such as the 1938 Day ...

Aboriginal Sea and Sky Country: A Deep Connection to Land, Water, and the Stars

Aboriginal Sea and Sky Country: A Deep Connection to Land, Water, and the Stars

Many people are aware of Country as it relates to the land, but fewer are familiar with the importance of Sea Country and Sky Country in First Nations knowledge systems, law, and spirituality. For ...

Australian First Nations Rainforest, Plains, and Island Peoples

Australian First Nations Rainforest, Plains, and Island Peoples

Australian First Nations Rainforest, Plains, and Island Peoples For over 65,000 years, Australian First Nations peoples have lived in deep connection with the land and sea. Across the continent, di...

Saltwater, Freshwater, and Desert Peoples: The Deep Connection to Water in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture

Saltwater, Freshwater, and Desert Peoples: The Deep Connection to Water in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture

You may have heard Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people refer to themselves as Saltwater, Freshwater, or Desert peoples. Across Australia, First Nations communities identify as Saltwater, F...