Goonawarra Neighbourhood House will be holding a kitchen table conversation on the First Nations’ Voice to Parliament on August 23.
The discussion will be held at the house from 2pm to 3pm, in the aim to increase people’s understanding of the referendum, and provide an opportunity to share and learn more information.
Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health Community partnership and engagement officer Matt Gleeson will be hosting the event and will be available to listen to any concerns or questions from community members.
“We recognise that there are many different views across communities and the political nature of the Voice,” Mr Gleeson said.
“We also acknowledge that this debate may be challenging for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
“As a local independent not-for-profit organisation we work closely with Aboriginal controlled organisations to provide cultural and health promotion activities and work with the community to ensure the best care for Aboriginal people.
“We know that when people are empowered and included we strengthen our social fabric and achieve better health and wellbeing outcomes for all.”
Registration for the event is required and afternoon tea will be provided. A list of support numbers can also be found here: sunburycobaw.org.au/crisis-contact-details/
Details: www.surveymonkey.com/r/Yes23Sunbury
Zoe Moffatt
