Hey friends,

26 January is this Sunday, a day that marks the beginning of colonisation and the attempted eradication of our people, cultures, languages, and connection to Country.

We know for many of us, 26 January is not a date to celebrate. To our Community, we're sending strength, solidarity and much love. We are still here! To our allies, thank you for standing with us.

In this month's newsletter, we've gathered a list of events and ways to mark 26 January in the spirit of resistance, truth-telling, healing and solidarity. We also share some Treaty updates and ways to get involved and celebrate this shared journey.

26 January — Not a date to celebrate

With 26 January approaching, the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria has shared a statement explaining why it is not a date to celebrate and encouraging allies to instead show their solidarity with First Peoples.

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Invasion Day events in Victoria

In the lead up to 26 January, we've gathered a list of events being held across the Victoria. Many of our elected Members will be speaking at and attending events around the state – Dawn Services, ‘Survival’ celebrations, Invasion Day protests and so on.

This year, we’re also endorsing the Not a Date to Celebrate petition – please sign it and add your voice.

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Negotiations for first Statewide Treaty underway

The Assembly and Victorian Government have shared a joint update on our progress towards Treaty for Victoria, including the focus for the first round of Statewide Treaty negotiations, which are happening now!

Read here

Movies Under the Stars: Top End Wedding

Grab your picnic rug, bring the whole family and come see Top End Wedding at our outdoor cinema this Valentine's Day!

Adult tickets are $15 and include a free popcorn, $10 food truck voucher and a Treaty wall calendar. Kids (under 16) are free and get a free popcorn.

→ 7.30pm, 14 February — Sir Douglas Nicholls Oval, Thornbury

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Treaty Day Out Gippsland

Treaty Day Out Gippsland is coming to Gunaikurnai Country on 8 February with our biggest lineup yet!

There's still time to grab your tix and join us for this celebration of Blak excellence and our shared journey to Treaty for Victoria. All are welcome!

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Work with us

We are growing our team and on the lookout for passionate and talented people who can help us make history, ensuring that everybody can walk together.

Could you be our new Governance and Electoral Data Systems Lead, Trustee of the Self-Determination Fund Director, Lawyer or Senior Lawyer? Check out our opportunities via the link and apply.

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Walk with us

Statewide Treaty negotiations are underway, and this is set to be our biggest year yet on the journey to Treaty for Victoria! If you're mob, enrol with us today to have your say and help shape the journey.

Palya,

Amy Rust, proud Kokatha woman

Head of Engagement and Communications

First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria

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