Lorena Allam

Lorena Allam, Indigenous affairs editor at Guardian Australia, shares her deep insights on the ongoing challenges in closing the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. She discusses the government's silence post-referendum and highlights urgent needs for effective policies in health, education, and justice. Allam emphasizes the importance of Indigenous representation in media and leadership roles. A call for systemic changes and partnerships with Aboriginal organizations serves as a beacon of hope for meaningful progress and self-determination.

Lorena Allam, Indigenous affairs editor at Guardian Australia, and Sarah Collard, Indigenous affairs reporter, discuss a landmark coroner's inquiry into the domestic violence deaths of four Aboriginal women. They highlight systemic failures and urgent calls for action to address the ‘epidemic of violence’ against First Nations women. The duo explores the interconnected issues of poverty, alcohol policies, and the urgent need for meaningful reforms. They also emphasize the emotional impact on families and the disparities in media coverage related to these tragedies.

Lorena Allam, a Churchill Fellow studying truth-telling and journalism, discusses the importance of Indigenous representation in media, challenges faced by Indigenous journalists, and the power of storytelling. She also explores the role of journalism in truth-seeking, accuracy, fairness, and amplifying marginalized voices.