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University of Melbourne embarks on project to gauge COVID-19 impact on Victorian Aboriginal community
Led by Gunai, Yorta Yorta and Gunditjmara man, Alister Thorpe, Lecturer in Indigenous Health, the University of Melbourne appeals for survey responses from across the State
The importance – and how to – of being a listener with empathy and compassion
Do you have the basic skills to listen with compassion and empathy? Ron Prasad gives some insight into this important skill.
A bargain for a bag of veggies? Trading on the rough – but fair – in 3081
Greta Gillies from the Facebook group Rough Trade 3081 talks on CMR about a better approach to getting rid of “stuff” you no longer have a use for.
Victorian Local Aboriginal Networks – ensuring First Nations local issues are heard by State Government
While the Federal Government ignores a First Nations voice to government, the Victorian Local Aboriginal Networks forge ahead in Victoria
The value of sharing your personal story of being bullied – the negatives and the positives
Can sharing your personal story of being bullied empower you? According to CEO of Beat Bullying With Confidence Foundation, absolutely!
Statewide gathering of Aboriginal men aimed at support and identifying opportunities
Dardi Munwurro Community Development Manager Coree Thorpe talks on Connection Matters Radio about the forthcoming statewide Aboriginal men’s gathering event
Moving closer to the reality of Victorian Stolen Generations Redress Scheme
Chair of the Victorian Stolen Generation Redress Scheme, Yorta Yorta man Ian Hamm, talks about the scheme’s challenges and soon-to-be-announced committee
New mental health and wellbeing app developed for First Nations by First Nations
Black Dog Institute launches innovative mental health and wellbeing app designed by Aboriginal people for Aboriginal people
BLAKitecture sheds light on Traditional Owner influences on modern design and architecture
Palawa woman, architect, lecturer and BLAKitecture curator Sarah Lynn Rees talks about Traditional Owner voices in design and architecture.
There are choices you face as someone being bullied. Two very clear choices!
CEO and co-founder of Beat Bullying with Confidence Foundation Ron Prasad outlines two clear choices people face as a result of being bullied
Red Cross Youth Justice Advisory Group seeks to reshape impact of justice system on youth
Red Cross Youth Justice Program Officer Chloe McBain speaks on CMR about an innovative group supporting youth at risk of negative youth justice program exposure
Uncle Michael “Mookeye” Bell shares his thoughts on Victoria’s Spent Convictions Bill
Victoria is on the verge of coming into line with other States and Territories with the introduction of a Spent Convictions Bill
The very real and potentially disastrous long term impacts on a person from being bullied
Beat Bullying with Confidence Foundation CEO Ron Prasad outlines some of the potentially disastrous long-term impacts of being bullied
Monicka Biar: A strong and passionate advocate against racism in the youth justice system
Proud, strong and unafraid to speak out against racial injustice, Monicka Biar talks on CMR about the Red Cross Youth Justice Advisory Group and her own experiences
Aboriginal creative and strategy agency Little Rocket builds success during coronavirus lockdowns
Gurindji man John Burgess talks to CMR about how his business adapted to coronavirus and grew!
Korin Gamadji Institute continues its support for emerging young Aboriginal leaders through COVID-19
The KGI Richmond Emerging Aboriginal Leadership program goes online to continue engagement with young emerging Aboriginal leaders
Another Aboriginal business avoids disaster. Pivots, refocuses and moves forward with success.
Ainawan man and founding director of Jarrah Integrated Services talks on CMR about the journey from near disaster to new opportunities
Mob in uniform – sharing some common sense safety advice for the summer months
Wurundjeri and Yorta Yorta woman, VicPol Acting Sergeant Melissa Peters urges community to practise common sense during Summer
National Indigenous Story Awards 2020 – it’s time to get the submissions in for judging
Wurundjeri and Yorta Yorta man Nathaniel Andrews gives a judge’s perspective on the National Indigenous Story Awards 2020
Support stays strong for Healesville Aboriginal community thanks to the team at Oonah
A strong team of dedicated people ensure that essential services continue to be provided throughout the coronavirus pandemic
Shedding light on the breadth of bullying in the workplace, school and elsewhere
Ron Prasad joins Charles on CMR to deliver some insights into just how rife bullying is across our society. It’s everywhere!
NITV kickstarts your day during NAIDOC week with the Big Mob Brekky show
NITV journalist and Big Mob Brekky co-host Shahni Wellington talks on CMR about an innovative first for Australian television
Aboriginal singer, songwriter and photographer James Henry looks to the positives
James Henry takes advantage of Melbourne’s coronavirus lockdown to explore new avenues for his music – and bond with his newborn son.
Koorie Youth Council reaches out to support youth in Melbourne’s north during coronavirus
Victoria’s Koorie Youth Council team launches a new initiative to support and engage with Aboriginal youth in Melbourne’s northern suburbs
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