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THE QUESTION

A Proposed Law: to alter the Constitution to recognise the First Peoples of Australia by establishing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice. Do you approve this proposed alteration?

THE PRINCIPLES

  1. The Voice will give independent advice to the Parliament and Government.
     

  2. It will be chosen by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people based on the wishes of local communities.
     

  3. It will be representative of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, gender-balanced and include youth.
     

  4. It will be empowering community-led inclusive, respectful and culturally informed.
     

  5. It will be accountable and transparent.
     

  6. It will work alongside existing organisations and traditional structures.
     

  7. It will not have a program delivery function.
     

  8. It will not have a veto power.

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