Journey to Treaty with the First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria

Explore the journey towards achieving voice, treaty, and truth in Victoria through this keynote speech delivered by Troy McDonald, a proud GunaiKurnai man and Chairperson of the GunaiKurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation. Gain insights into the First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria, its membership, purpose, and significant achievements. Understand the elements of the treaty negotiation framework and learn about the next steps for treaty in Victoria. Delve into topics such as structural reform, the Treaty Authority, self-determination, and addressing economic disadvantage. Discover the importance of culture, trust, and respect in the treaty process. Engage with the Q&A session to deepen your understanding of self-determination and the path forward for Indigenous peoples in Victoria.

Opening remarks
Acknowledgements
Overview
First Peoples Assembly
Reserve Seating
Assembly Members
Elders Voice
Structural Reform
Treaty Authority
Trust and Respect
SelfDetermination Fund
Economic Disadvantage
Treaty Victoria Framework
Reflections
Culture
Closing
QA
Questions
Selfdetermination
Conclusion