Speaking Out

Karen Iles is a lawyer who fights for the rights of others. Founder of the Legal and consulting practice Violet Co, she has been making a difference in the lives of women and Indigenous people. After coming forward with her own allegations of sexual assault, Karen Iles has launched a campaign aiming to change the way such crimes are treated in the hope others might have an easier path to justice.

ABC's Daniel Browning, along with his panel guests Kirli Saunders, Uncle Gary Williams, and Shelley Ware, discuss the importance of language revitalisation for First Nations people, and what challenges are associated with the work.

What influence did social policy have on the uptake of Rugby League by Aboriginal people?

Celebrating the life of Uncle Jack Charles, an Aboriginal elder, actor, and musician. Discusses resilience, hidden history of the Victorian Native Police Force, Uncle Jack's music career, and his impactful presence as an actor and activist. Musical performance emphasizes the power of singing to unite people.

It’s hoped greater First Nations representation in the tertiary education sector will result in improved education standards and career prospects for Indigenous people. 

The push to see more Indigenous involvement in Australian agriculture. 

Politics, arts and culture from a range of Indigenous perspectives.

The push to see more Indigenous involvement in Australian agriculture. 

The reasons behind high rates of Indigenous unemployment are complex but often come back to access to education and opportunity.

Gracelyn Smallwood has been a lifelong advocate on the rights of First Nations people.