Participants will gain insights into past policies and practices and their enduring impacts on Indigenous cultures, communities, and traditions. The session will also address and dispel common myths about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, fostering a more informed, respectful, and culturally sensitive approach to communication and interaction.

Meet the Facilitator:
Jillian West brings over 20 years of experience supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through employment, education, and community development. A respected cultural educator, Jillian continues the legacy of her father, the late Japanangka Errol West, a renowned Aboriginal academic and "education warrior."

Quote Attributed to the session from a Wyndham Participant:
"I just wanted to say how incredibly educational the session was today, I experienced every possible emotion from sadness to rage, to inspired and absolutely committed to continue to educate myself, and where possible make a difference in my day-to-day work. This was one of the best sessions I have attended in my 24 years of professional career."

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