Speaking Out

Legendary photographer Mervyn Bishop reflects on his life behind the lens, and how he crystallises moments.

It’s been 25 years since Sydney hosted the Olympic Games.And the Opening Ceremony's 8 minute section called Awakening showcased First Nations culture in ways that had never been seen before.To mark the anniversary Rhoda Roberts, Stephen Page and Todd Condie reflect on the significance of the 2000 Olympics, and how they helped change the perception of Indigenous peoples and their stories.

Looking into institutions of knowledge, using archives and data to help decolonise place like galleries, libraries and museums.

Author and academic JM Field on how his mathematical insights offer a framework for revitalising Gamilaraay kinship systems.

Wesley Enoch on continuing to open doors for First Nations creatives and their stories.

From the Day of Mourning in 1938 to Blak Lives Matter in 2019, researcher Treena Clark reflects on the interwoven history of Indigenous fashion and social movements.

Phillipa McDermott is known for creating cultural change in large organisations and integrating Indigenous views into high-level strategic decisions.

Tanya Hosch is a champion for social justice and a staunch campaigner for the empowerment of First Nation’s people.

Kate Russell is the CEO of the not-for-profit organisation Supply Nation which brings together verified Indigenous businesses through a searchable database. Kate joins Larissa Behrendt to discuss leadership, Indigenous business, and meeting Kamala Harris.

Regan Mitchell is a fierce advocate for the prevention of family and gendered violence, having worked on both the front-line and the policy level.She discusses her new role with Our Watch and how she hopes to put out fires before they start, and what it means to be a ‘tell-able’ person.