Victorian Treaty Advancement Commission in Carlton, Victoria, Australia | Community organisation

Victorian Treaty Advancement Commission

Locality: Carlton, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 1800 873 289

Address: 116 Cardigan Street 3053 Carlton, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.victreatyadvancement.org.au

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25.01.2022 History has been made. Aboriginal communities in Victoria are the first in the country to elect their First Peoples’ Assembly representatives. After counting the preferences of every voter, the Assembly election results are in. The provisionally elected members are (in alphabetical order): ... METRO Esmerelda Glenda Bamblett Muriel Pauline Bamblett Rueben Berg Carolyn Briggs Matthew Burns Tracey Evans Trevor John Gallagher Ngarra Murray Alister Thorpe SOUTH WEST Sissy Austin Michael (Mookeye) Bell Jordan Edwards NORTH WEST Jacinta Chaplin Raylene Ivy Harradine Jason Kelly NORTH EAST Geraldine Atkinson Natarsha Bamblett Leanne Miller SOUTH EAST Peter Hood Alice Ann Pepper Kaylene Williamson Congratulations to every Candidate those elected, and those not. Over 70 Traditional Owners put their hand up across the state to lead Treaty discussions. You are all leaders. You have much to contribute as the journey continues. The gender quota was not applied in any region, due to the number of female candidates elected without the quota taking effect. These are 21 of the 32 Assembly seats. The inaugural Assembly meeting will be held on 10 and 11 December 2019, at Parliament House in Melbourne. The meeting will be available via livestream. If any Community members would like more information, please contact the Commission on 1800 TREATY (1800 87 32 89).

25.01.2022 Did you know the vote count starts this Thursday? If you’re one of the last few people that haven’t finalised your enrolment, you are likely to have received a text message recently. You need to make sure you get in contact with the Treaty election office by tomorrow (Wednesday 30 Oct) to ensure your voice is heard. Please call 1800 TREATY (1800 873 289).

23.01.2022 In less than a month, the Assembly will begin its work. Here's an update of what's happening, and what you need to know https://soundcloud.com//bhalit-dhumba-ep1-first-peoples-as

15.01.2022 Tune in via live stream from 9am tomorrow to hear your Assembly members speak about what they want to achieve through Treaties, and how they will empower Aboriginal people and communities in future Treaty discussions.

13.01.2022 We had such a deadly time with you all at Future Dreaming Festival. We danced, we laughed and lots of mob made history by voting in the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria election.

12.01.2022 We had such a deadly time with you all at Future Dreaming Festival over the weekend! We danced, we laughed and lots of mob made history by voting in the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria election. Song by The Merindas.

12.01.2022 A big milestone was hit yesterday, Jill was invited to the 2nd National Aboriginal Press Club where she was invited to share the Treaty journey so far. In her speech, she said: Treaties are about justice and hope for a world where our cultures are embedded in the fabric of these lands. Where everyone can speak some Language. Where our knowledge and our authority in protecting these lands is at the centre of everything that happens. A world where we as Aboriginal people are ...given the respect we deserve. Jill also formally presented the First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria declaration to Minister Gavin Jennings. This time next week, the Assembly will have met for the first time. Be sure to follow our Facebook page and watch the live stream to hear your Assembly members speak about what they want to achieve through Treaties, and how they will empower Aboriginal people and communities in future Treaty discussions.

10.01.2022 Tune in via live stream to hear your First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria members speak about what they want to achieve through Treaties, and how they will empower Aboriginal people and communities in future Treaty discussions.

09.01.2022 The cloak is a mosaic of 72 possum pelts, inscribed with art, messages and sentiments from 288 Aboriginal people across Victoria during our extensive Treaty roadshow. If you wish to view the cloak, it will be displayed at the Melbourne Museum from now until February 2020.

06.01.2022 It’s official. Counting of the votes for the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria commenced yesterday, Thursday 31 October. Once again, huge thanks to all Candidates who have put their hands up to lead these important discussions. And the thousands of Aboriginal people across the state who cast their vote. Votes are being counted region by region, and results will be announced shortly. So stay tuned.... Few additional things you might want to know about how your votes will be counted: All votes received are held securely with 24 hour security. All Candidates were invited to have a scrutineer. A scrutineer is an independent person, appointed by the Candidate, who observes votes being manually counted. The first Assembly meeting will be held over two days on Tuesday 10 and Wednesday 11 December 2019. This historic event will be held in the Legislative Council Chamber of Parliament House and will available via live stream. See media release for more information. https://victreatyadvancement.org.au//self-determination-ar

05.01.2022 The following people have been appointed by formally recognised Traditional Owner groups with a reserved seat on the First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria. Robert Ogden Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation Dylan Clarke Barengi Gadjin Land Council Aboriginal Corporation Trent Nelson Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation... Jamie Lowe Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation Melissa Jones First People of the Millewa-Mallee Troy McDonald Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation Andrew Gardiner Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation Marcus Stewart - Taungurung Land and Waters Council Damein Bell - Gunditj Mirring Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation TO groups play a vital role in helping our culture thrive, and in advancing Aboriginal rights. Their contributions will make the Assembly stronger, and help build a better journey towards Treaties. They have been appointed in addition to the 21 provisionally elected members determined through a vote of Victorian Aboriginal communities, announced earlier this month. Read more:

04.01.2022 Tune in via live stream to hear your Assembly members speak about what they want to achieve through Treaties, and how they will empower Aboriginal people and communities in future Treaty discussions.

04.01.2022 It was lovely to come together as we launched the Treaty Advancement Possum Skin Cloak at Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre last night. This is yet another a huge milestone and a symbol of how far we’ve come in the Treaty process. The cloak is a mosaic of 72 possum pelts, inscribed with art, messages and sentiments from 288 Aboriginal people across Victoria during our extensive roadshow. If you wish to view the cloak, it will be displayed at the Melbourne Museum from now until February 2020.

02.01.2022 Next week, your Assembly members will meet for the very first time. Watch it live on the First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria Facebook from 9am on Tues, 10 Dec. ... This event marks the start of the next chapter in our Treaty story, as we begin building the negotiation structure. Members will speak about what they want to achieve through Treaties, and how they will empower Aboriginal people and communities in future Treaty discussions. For more details, visit First Peoples' Assembly inaugural meeting - Facebook Live.