Statement
of Apology and Reconciliation
To
all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women, your families and communities.
We apologise for the human suffering and injustice that you have experienced as
a result of colonisation and generations of discrimination and marginalisation
that has resulted from that.
We share with you our feelings of shame and horror at the actions and atrocities
that were perpetrated against your people.
We acknowledge your human right to self-determination.
We commit to working in solidarity with you in ways that you choose and
determine.
We work with many people who are affected by disadvantage, prejudice, poverty,
violence, marginalisation, trauma and social circumstances out of their control.
We understand the long-term damage to communities when these issues are
unaddressed.
We recognise your leadership, we honour your visions and we join with you in
your hopes for your future and for our futures together.
