Katie Kiss

Katie Kiss discusses empowering Aboriginal women's voices, addressing online hostility towards young First Nations women, transitioning into her role as the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner, emphasizing the importance of staying connected to country and reflecting on family history, human rights advocacy, and national reconciliation, and advocating for positive change to address violence against First Nations women.

Katie Kiss, a proud Kanju Biriwiti woman and Australia's National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner, joins Gail Mabo, daughter of the legendary Eddie Mabo. They discuss the legacy of the Mabo case, emphasizing the need for genuine recognition of Indigenous rights. The conversation dives into the systemic challenges faced by Indigenous communities, including calls for self-determination and truth-telling. They reflect on the impact of international human rights standards and advocate for stronger legal protections for Indigenous peoples in Australia.