NAIDOC week, deaths in custody, and refugees

Monday, 4 July 2022 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm

*Content Warning: This episode of Doin' Time may contain audio images and discussion of Aboriginal and Torres-Strait Islander people who have died


 First up on the show, Marisa speaks with longtime Noongar activist Marianne Mackay, who discusses a recent deaths in custody vigil she attended and an update of what's been going on. She also talks about the importance of listening to a diversity of First Nations voices across so-called "Australia", and gives us a critique of seemingly ubiquitous corporate narratives during NAIDOC week that don't include Aboriginal activism or reflect true grassroots movements and change. 

Later, Marisa speaks with Bidjigal activist and artist Uncle Colin Isaacs about NAIDOC, treaty, and his artwork. They have a continuation of the previous discussion about why he opposes the Uluru Statement from the Heart, talking also about the failings in the current models for Treaty, including lack of proper consultation with Aboriginal people. This conversation will be continued in the next Doin' Time show on July 11 2022.

Lastly, Marisa interviews David Glanz from the Refugee Action Collective who speaks on a number of issues: reporting back on a rally for NT death in custody Mr Walker, and also giving an update on what is happening in this country in regards to refugees and asylum seekers. 

 

 

Doin Time 4-5pm Mondays
Monday 4:00pm to 5:00pm
An open forum, presenting information and discussion around issues faced by prisoners in the criminal justice system and migration detention centres.

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Marisa

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