Commencement of the SA First Nations Voice
The ATSIEB welcomes the commencement of the SA First Nations Voice to Parliament, which gave its inaugural address on 27 November 2024.
Chair, Maurice Walker, said the commencement of the SA Voice was a positive step forward for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across the country, strengthening representation and showing a true commitment to self-determination.
‘We welcome our brothers and sisters who have been elected to the South Australian First Nations Voice, and congratulate them on the role they will play in representing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people during this pivotal time in our history,’ Maurice says.
‘The Elected Body knows firsthand the importance of true representation by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for our community. Right now, we’re in a critical period of action under the National Closing the Gap Agreement, and it is positive to see another state establishing a First Nations Voice to ensure we are heard in driving outcomes for our people.’
