The following forthcoming events are available for booking.
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Treaties, Politics, and Agreement making with Indigenous peoples in Australia
Presenter: David Allinson
Date: Wednesday 31 July 2024, 11:00am-12:30pm
Venue: Online meeting (Zoom)
In this seminar you will gain key insights into the history, and current situation, of treaty-making with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This seminar will explore some of the key historical moments since settlement, as well as providing an update on the current state of the Path to Treaty legislation in Queensland, which is expected to be an issue at the upcoming election. No prior knowledge is assumed, and all questions are welcome.
About David Allinson
David Allinson in an Australian lawyer, academic, and corporate affairs professional. He has led national and state-wide Reconciliation activities, including as Chair of Reconciliation Queensland. As CEO of Uphold and Recognise, he contributed to the Uluru Statement From the Heart, which generated the national conversation around the ‘Indigenous Voice to Parliament’. He has advised various non-profit boards on Indigenous matters in governance and strategy. The best job he’s ever had was working for an Aboriginal corporate in Kununurra, in remote Western Australia. He now lives in Brisbane with his wife and daughter, Dorothy (Dottie).
There is no fee for this event.
Current Bookings: 50 (Maximum: 100)