Australian Democrats Reconciliation Policy
OBJECTIVES
That Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People will be able to exercise and enjoy the human rights and fundamental freedoms enjoyed by all peoples and protected by the conventions and proclamations of the United Nations.
PRINCIPLES
1. The Australian Democrats will promote good will between all Australians.
2. The Australian Democrats recognise the unique spiritual and physical attachment that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have with the land, and that this attachment extends many thousands of years. We recognise the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the original owners and custodians of Australia – our nation’s First Peoples.
3. We acknowledge that we need to continue to heal the pain and grief experienced since colonisation.
4. In order to advance Reconciliation we acknowledge the “unfinished business” identified by Indigenous leaders, and are committed to:
(a) the need for a framework for negotiation;
(b) the need for constitutional change;
(c) increased political representation;
(d) greater recognition and promotion of the heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples;
(e) greater recognition and protection of Native Title rights;
(f) greater social justice measures ensuring the provision of basic citizenship rights that are required if Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are to enjoy the same living standard and opportunities as other Australians.
5. The Australian Democrats are committed to educational activities in formal schooling, the training of professionals, and community awareness programs that are based on an honest and deep understanding of the truth of our shared history and respect for each other.
6. We are committed to continuing the Reconciliation process.
7. The Australian Democrats support the Australian Declaration Towards Reconciliation and the principles contained in the Roadmap for Reconciliation.
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