Voices of Justice & Solidarity

Monday, 20 May 2024 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm

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


On this week's show Marisa is joined by Sue Ann Hunter, a proud Wurundjeri and Ngurai Illum Wurrung woman and the Deputy Chair and Commissioner of the Yoorrook Justice Commission. They discuss her significant work, with a particular focus on the recent land injustice hearing in which First Peoples are sharing their perspectives with Yoorrook, highlighting the importance of land, sky, and water, as well as the ongoing impact of colonization.

 

Secondly, Marisa talks with Keiran Stewart-Assheton, president of the Black People's Union, and Traditional Owner of Wani-Wandian Country in the Yuin Nation. He updates on the recent May Day rally and march for International Workers' Day, centered around the message: 'No more Imperialist Wars: International Worker Solidarity Against Colonialism'. They also discuss the importance of standing in solidarity with all opressed people worldwide. 

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Marisa

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