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In 2023 Australians will vote in a referendum that asks a simple question – should Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people be recognised in the Constitution through a Voice to Parliament?
At Australian Communities Foundation, we are listening closely to our First Nations advisers and working to provide you with opportunities to learn from First Nations leaders about the upcoming Referendum.
As part of this work, we will be sharing the latest resources and ways you can get involved here on our Referendum Resource Hub.
Key resources
Watch
RUEBEN BERG SHARES HIS PERSPECTIVE
Australian Communities Foundation Director and proud Gunditjmara man, Rueben Berg, takes a look at the different perspectives on the upcoming Referendum and shares his own.
Yes 23
Yes 23 is the home of the Yes campaign for constitutional recognition. This website is your go-to for campaign resources. You can also sign up to become a volunteer on the campaign.
Uluru Dialogue: Uluru Statement
This website from the Uluru Dialogue is a great educational resource for understanding the three pathways to justice set out in the Uluru Statement: Voice, Treaty and Truth.
Together, Yes
Together, Yes is working to generate a huge groundswell of community support for a Voice to Parliament by people coming together and holding Kitchen Table Conversations about the central issues.
Go to website | Watch the webinar launch
Passing the Message Stick
The Passing the Message Stick website details findings from a two-year research project on best practice messaging to build public support for self-determination and justice, paving the way for long term change.
Training Course
The Uluru Dialogue and From The Heart have developed an online course that explores what is meant by Indigenous Constitutional Recognition through a Voice – and what a Voice to Parliament is, and is not.
Get involved
As a funder
Register for our Referendum funder briefing on 29 March to hear from our First Nations Advisory Group on the important work that lies ahead. Register here
Attend briefing led by First Nations Advisory Group – 29 March
We’re inviting members of our giving community to attend a briefing on the Referendum and learn how Australian Communities Foundation will be working with First Nations communities this year and how you can get involved. This is your opportunity to hear from First Nations leaders on the important work that lies ahead. The session will be led by our First Nations Advisory Group. Members include Rueben Berg (ACF Director), Chris Croker (ACF Director) and Jody Barney.
Pre-register for Impact Fund 2023 event – 27 April
Join us for the Impact Fund’s 2023 showcase event in Melbourne, where our giving community will come together to learn from First Nations leaders and advocates on how we can get involved as we approach the Referendum. Pre-register
Support the work now
There are several organisations that you can support now to help build their capacity for the busy months ahead.
Yes campaign: Learn more | Make a grant request
Uluru Dialogue: Learn more | Make a grant request
Host a fundraising event
Some of our fundholders are already leading their own fundraising efforts by hosting events. Australian Communities Foundation can collect and redistribute donations on your behalf, or you can fundraise directly for the groups above. Contact our Donor Services Team on 03 9412 0412 or email admin@communityfoundation.org.au to discuss how we can support your own fundraising event.
As an individual
Have conversations within your community
One of the simplest and most effective ways to support the campaign is to have conversations with the people in your life. The official Guide to talking about the Voice to Parliament and other resources can support you in having these conversations.
Share your support on social media
Share your support online! Use hashtags and update your profile picture and email signatures using assets from the campaign and the Uluru Dialogue to make your support visible.
Attend a yarning circle
The Uluru Dialogue is running yarning circles in the lead-up to referendum day through the Start a Yarn initiative. Register for a yarning circle to join an active listening session on why the Uluru Statement and a Voice to Parliament are so important. Learn more and register
Sign up as a volunteer or supporter
Sign up to volunteer with the campaign or become a host for the Together, Yes movement to support campaigning efforts.
As an organisation
Show your support on social media
Demonstrate your support using assets developed by the campaign and the Uluru Dialogue. Encourage your networks to show their support too.
Roll out educational resources
Share the Uluru Dialogue and From The Heart’s training course with staff, clients and networks so they can learn more about the Uluru Statement and a Voice to Parliament. From The Heart’s Explainer video series is another great educational resource.
Host an event
Many organisations around the country will be holding BBQs and similar events for supporters and those who want to learn more about Voice to come together, learn more and get more involved with the campaign. Consider running an event with your community.