Truth-telling isn’t just about facing history; it’s about creating space for healing, listening, and building stronger connections between First Nations and non-Indigenous Australians. Reconciliation Australia has recently launched the Community Truth-telling Pathways, a resource designed to support respectful and meaningful dialogue, guided by the leadership of First Nations communities.
This resource hub is filled with practical tools and insights. There’s a fact sheet that explains what truth-telling is and why it matters, and a guide for non-Indigenous Australians on how to participate in ways that are supportive, respectful, and appropriate. There are case studies showing how truth-telling is happening in communities across the country through storytelling, installations, plaques, memorials, and events. The hub also includes a report on the barriers and enablers that can shape the success of truth-telling initiatives, as well as guidance on how to safeguard Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property.
What stands out about this initiative is its focus on truth-telling as an ongoing process, not a single event. It reminds us that reconciliation begins with historical acceptance, and that sustained listening and action are needed to shift collective understanding. The pathways and resources provided here are grounded in community strengths, designed to inspire, and meant to empower people at every level to engage in truth-telling with integrity.
This is an important and timely resource that gives people the tools to contribute meaningfully to reconciliation. Whether you’re part of a local community, an organisation, or an individual wanting to learn more, the Community Truth-telling Pathways offers practical ways to begin or deepen the journey.
Explore the resource here:
https://www.reconciliation.org.au/our-work/truth-telling/
And the resources hub here:
https://www.reconciliation.org.au/our-work/truth-telling/resources/