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As we celebrate this special occasion that commemorates the founding of our nation, may the spirit of unity, freedom, and opportunity inspire us all. Wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful and safe Independence Day! #IndependenceDay #4thOfJuly #ProudToBeAnAmerican #ProsperWithUs #ProsperitasFinancial #LasVegasItOnlyHappensHere #LasVegasWealthPlanning #LasVegasFinancialAdvisor #WomenInWealth
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The latest from the Institute for 21st Century Citizenship, with art by yours truly :)
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With Rod Tiffen and Brett Hutchins, I made submission no. 16 to the Australian Senate Inquiry into Communications Legislation Amendment (Prominence and Anti-siphoning) Bill 2023. Trying to keep the public in policy. Conclusion: The Communications Legislation Amendment (Prominence and Anti-siphoning) Bill 2023 [Provisions] is not ideal from our perspective. We would prefer a bolder and more wide-ranging initiative, but acknowledge that it is the product of compromise, and that sport, while much prized by many Australians, is only one form of culture among many. Therefore, this Bill should be viewed alongside, for example, the 2023 National Cultural Policy—Revive: a place for every story, a story for every place, as a mechanism that functions to sustain social equity and cultural citizenship in an economic environment that often works to erode them through the aggressive assertion of the logic of market fundamentalism. https://lnkd.in/gSxuqSqr
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Eddie Mabo profoundly changed Australia for the better by challenging and ultimately overturning the legal fiction of terra nullius, which had denied our people land rights. In a landmark 1992 decision, the High Court of Australia recognised the traditional land rights of the Meriam people of the Torres Strait, acknowledging their deep connection to their land. This judgment, known as the Mabo Decision, paved the way for subsequent land rights legislation and was a critical step toward justice and reconciliation. It is quite unbelievable that it took until just 32 years ago for such a fundamental injustice to be corrected, highlighting the enduring impact of colonialism. #MaboDecision #EddieMabo #LandRights #IndigenousAustralia #Reconciliation #TerraNullius #JusticeForFirstNations #TorresStraitIslands #MaboLegacy #AustralianHistory
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Canada has had a central role in the drafting of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1947-1948. We are party to several international human rights conventions. Canadians have always been committed to protecting human rights at home and abroad. Much work remains ahead of us!! https://lnkd.in/eTMkXxPs #Citizenship #HomegrownLeadership #HumanRights75 #HumanRights #Canada #Canadians #StandUpForHumanRights #KnowYourRights #HumanRightsDay
Heritage Minutes: John Humphrey
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Did you know this country has Australian values? High time cowardly politicians and instututional leaders started to walk the talk. Businesses and communities rely on stability and predictability to thrive. Investors, whether local entrepreneurs or external stakeholders, are acutely sensitive to the prevailing socio-political climate. In any thriving society, the assurance of safety and security is paramount. However, when threats of violence and intimidation pervade the social fabric, the repercussions extend far beyond mere fear. Such incidents not only jeopardize individual safety but also cast a long shadow over the economic landscape, our societal fabric and social cohesion. These recent events and their implications can no longer be ignored. A Merri-bek councilor received multiple death threats to influence his vote, a restaurant in Toorak facing the grim prospect of firebombing, caved to the demands, and a business subjected to racist and antisemitic attacks and death threats, closed with it's owners going into hiding. Businesses and institutions are now targeted daily by aggresive professional activists. This is Melbourne today. Don't like someone's religion or politics? Bring on the one star Google review brigade, reputational damage and online character assasinations with impunity. Want to free Palestine? Destroy every tenet of DEI and multicuturalism and join a racist zone on campus or Saturday afternoons in the CBD. Consumer confidence is at an all time low, the economy is stuffed and now we have a climate rife with threats and intimidation breeding further trepidation with consumers and investors tightening their purse strings and looking elsewhere for opportunity. So here's the list of Australian values. Do better. - respect for the freedom and dignity of the individual - freedom of religion (including the freedom not to follow a particular religion), freedom of speech, and freedom of association - commitment to the rule of law, which means that all people are subject to the law and should obey it - parliamentary democracy whereby our laws are determined by parliaments elected by the people, those laws being paramount and overriding any other inconsistent religious or secular “laws" - equality of opportunity for all people, regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, or national or ethnic origin a 'fair go' for all that embraces: - mutual respect - tolerance -compassion for those in need - equality of opportunity for all - recognising the English language as the national language, and as an important unifying element of Australian society. Adir Shiffman Paul Sakkal Patrick Durkin Paul Guerra Colleen Harkin Suzan Delibasic Sherryn Groch Natasha Bita Peta Credlin AO Ryan Batchelor MP
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Last week Senator Pat Dodson presented the Joint Standing Committee on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs report into the application of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) in Australia. The findings shed light on critical aspects of UNDRIP, notably the principle of free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC). Of note, the report stated "that there is some promising activity from industry groups and corporations which are seeking to explore ways to adopt or incorporate UNDRIP Articles relevant to their day-to-day operations", whilst acknowledging ad hoc application by Governments across the country. It will be interesting to see how the Federal Government and industry responds in light of the Referendum and following a year of headline grabbing litigation relating to consultation. The report also underscored the urgent need to uphold the rights of Indigenous communities, emphasizing the significance of FPIC in decision-making processes. FPIC is not merely a procedural requirement; it's a fundamental acknowledgment of the autonomy and self-determination of First Nations peoples. Full report: https://lnkd.in/g65KfDjA
Inquiry into the application of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples in Australia
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Hello In just a matter of weeks, Australians will have the chance to shape history - to listen to Indigenous Australians, recognise their history and culture, and protect their voices in Australia’s constitution! What is the voice? The Voice is a practical way to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in our Constitution. It will be a committee of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who give advice to the government on issues affecting their community. The Voice to Parliament is essentially about four key things: ● Recognising 65,000 years of Indigenous culture in Australia’s 122-year-old constitution. ● Listening and learning through the Voice - a diverse group of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who can provide unique perspectives to Parliament on matters that affect their community. ● Protecting the Voice in the Constitution so that it can’t easily be dismantled by changing governments. ● Agreeing that the current approach isn’t working; we need to do something different to change the status quo. Indigenous Australians should have a real say over the issues affecting their communities. Where did the idea come from? Indigenous Australians have been advocating for decades to have a voice in the unique issues affecting their communities. In 2017, hundreds of community-elected Indigenous representatives came together and collectively asked to be recognised in the Constitution through a Voice. More than 80% of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people support the Voice to Parliament. Now is our time to act. It is time that we stand together as a nation and use our vote to say Yes to recognition, listening, and better results for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. Visibly showing your support for the Voice in your community and online is a simple way to give others confidence in voting Yes too. Research shows that you are the most influential voice for your friends and family. It’s as simple as starting a conversation with “I’m voting yes, and this is why”. Read our conversation guide on the website link below. Learn more at Yes23.com.au
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It's National Reconciliation Week, and this year’s theme, Now More Than Ever, is a reminder to all of us to continue the fight for justice & the rights of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people. It's also a time to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/d3hGDGY6 #NRW2024 Reconciliation Australia
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