May 24, 2023
There is a lot of information out there and many declarations going on about the Voice right now. There is a lot of diversity amongst First Peoples and Second Peoples across all political divides...
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The Working for Justice and Walking Together as First and Second Peoples Circles invite you into some deep dadirri listening around this essential conversation.
In this webinar recorded on 13 July, hear Palawa woman Alison Overeem, Advocate of the Walking Together Circle, Gamillaroi man and comedian Ben Moodie and Olkola/Djabaguy woman Sherry Balcombe join together and YARN FOR YES.
At the heart of the Uniting Church’s covenant relationship is a commitment to listen to the voices of First Nations people and to be enriched by their particular insights. Listen, laugh and learn with your Church.
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