How do I contact local Aboriginal elders?
If you do not have any contacts or direct links with your local Aboriginal community, a good starting point is to contact either the Local Aboriginal Land Council (LALC) or Local Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG).
Who is the NSW Minister for Aboriginal Affairs?
Ben Franklin
Together the ministers administer the portfolio through Aboriginal Affairs NSW, an agency of the Department of Premier and Cabinet, as well as a range of additional government agencies….Minister for Aboriginal Affairs (New South Wales)
| Minister for Aboriginal Affairs | |
|---|---|
| Incumbent Ben Franklin since 21 December 2021 | |
| Department of Premier and Cabinet | |
| Style | The Honourable |
What is an Aboriginal tribe called?
‘Mob’ is a colloquial term identifying a group of Aboriginal people associated with a particular place or country. It is used to connect and identify who an Aboriginal person is and where they are from.
How do you approach an Aboriginal elder?
Use formal addresses when interacting with older people and Elders—or ask them how they wish to be acknowledged. Always wait your turn to speak. It is important to be a good listener and not to talk over anyone. Avoid direct criticisms of specific individuals.
Who can you contact when you require accurate information regarding Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander people?
For information on the NACCHO guidelines for identification of Aboriginality contact NACCHO on 02 6246 9300. For information on this position statement, contact the RACGP National Faculty of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health on 03 8699 0499.
What does the Department of Aboriginal Affairs do?
We work to influence policy across the entire Australian Government. We also liaise closely with State and Territory governments to ensure that Indigenous programs and services are delivering for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as intended.
Who oversaw Aboriginal affairs after 1901?
Neville (Commissioner of Native Affairs, Western Australia) and J. W. Bleakley (Chief Protector of Aboriginals, Queensland) were the influential speakers. Twenty resolutions were passed.