Assimilation / Australian Aborigines / Culture / First Nations/Indigenous / Hypocrisy / Uncategorized
The Fable of Wazza and Numpty
Pride and culture cannot be bartered for mere tokens of approval.
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October 23, 2024
Accountability / ACT Government / Australian Aborigines / Australian Federal Police / Corruption / First Nations/Indigenous / Human Rights / Justice / Law Enforcement / Propaganda / Racism / Rule of Law
The ACT Government and the Ministry of Truth
The Australian Capital Territory Civil and Administrative Tribunal has become Orwell's Ministry of Truth, facilitating the distortion of historical and legal records.
October 10, 2024
Equality of opportunity / Human Rights / International Law / Respect / Shared humanity / United Nations
Arguments for Palestinian Sovereignty
The path toward a lasting and just resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict will require courage, compromise and a commitment to peace transcending the historical grievances of both peoples.
October 9, 2024
Sophie Scholl
The Perils of Passivity: Sophie Scholl’s Profound Insight
The real damage is done by those who choose to remain silent.
October 5, 2024
Dialogue for peace
Hypothetical Conversation between Kofi Annan and Elie Wiesel on Human Rights
While we may not have all the answers, we can contribute to a tradition of seeking justice and dignity for all people.
October 2, 2024
The Power of Words: Hate Speech and Atrocity Crimes in Historical and Modern Contexts
A look at the relationship between hate speech and violence, historical precedents and contemporary manifestations, particularly in the context of digital platforms.
October 1, 2024
Inclusivity in society: the spiritual and communal importance
Yesterday, I had the honour of attending the baptism of the grandchild of one of my earliest clients. This occasion was not merely a ceremonial rite of passage but a…
September 29, 2024
ACT Greens email for 2024 election
ACT Greens: working for voters of ACT Labor?
The upcoming elections present an opportunity to reflect on who truly serves the interests of the ACT community.
September 27, 2024
No religion
Envisioning a world without the constraints of religion opens up possibilities for a more harmonious existence.
September 27, 2024
I’m Not Going to Die for a Rich Man’s War
In the smoke-filled air, where the cannons roar, I hear the rich man’s laughter, like thunder on the shore. With his pockets lined with gold, he sits up high, While…
September 26, 2024
Accountability / ACT Government / Australian Aborigines / Discrimination/Racism / First Nations/Indigenous / Former Commissioner / Human Rights / Racism / White Australia
The Hypocrisy of Labor Leadership in the ACT: A Closer Look at Human Rights Commitments
The integrity of our public institutions relies on the unwavering application of human rights principles, particularly when it comes to protecting the most vulnerable members of our community.
September 25, 2024
Wage parity in the ACT – more than tokenism?
The question needs to be asked: has there been genuine effort made to narrow the gender pay gap for women in the ACT?
September 24, 2024
What's behind the mask?
ACT Government / Australian Aborigines / Discrimination / Discrimination/Racism / First Nations/Indigenous / Former Commissioner / Human Rights / Racism / Stanhope Government / White Australia
Unmasking the ACT Labor Government’s Human Rights Charade
Reposted with permission from canberralabor.com Hey everyone! ? Today, I want to dive into a topic that’s been bugging me for a while now – the ACT Labor government and…
September 24, 2024
Circus
20 Years of Unbroken One-Party Rule in the ACT: A Dismal Reality Check
It is time for the ACT to a return to a more balanced and representative governance model.
September 21, 2024
Ancient echoes
War is not the answer
Australian Defence Force / Commonwealth Government / Genocide / Government / Human Rights / Respect / Shared humanity
Suppose they gave a war
A thought to peace lovers everywhere
September 20, 2024
Mirage, by Salvador Dali
Corruption
Politicians Are Cheaper By The Dozen
In Australia’s sunburnt land, they stand, Politicians with a price tag in hand, Promises flutter like leaves in the breeze, Words like soft whispers, yet nothing to seize. Chasing votes like a dog…
September 18, 2024
Are Indigenous Australians More Prone to Violence than Other Australians?
It is necessary to view violence through a multifaceted lens, advocating for policies that address the root causes rather than attributing it to cultural or inherent traits.
September 16, 2024