Thread by @IndigenousX

I realise we didn’t get one day into 2021 without a stupid political decision demonstrating exactly why the struggle continues for us but here we are readying ourselves for another year of the struggle.

We look ahead and know the power paradigms still need to be disrupted and shifted; land protected; rights pursued and asserted and sovereignty continued to be asserted in the pursuit of land rights, self-determination and reparations.

We are a vast people of over 200 nations but I am always amazed at the use of resources to collectivise and support one another. Seeing mobs from all over the country join calls for justice, calls for action to protect Gomeroi country and calls against Rio.

We have issues and fights in every sector and we have staunch collective support by mob but it cannot be stressed enough that this is exhausting which is why the work of allies is important.

Use of privilege and voice within this colony is essential while we are putting in emotional labour. Our allies must understand that listening is the important first step and then putting learnings into practice. We are enunciating what is needed, action thereafter is up to you.

Bolster the Indigenous economy, support our events and initiatives, throw energy, time and passion into our legal and political fights. Call out racism, sure, but more importantly - use the power that comes from not being Indigenous FOR US. Send a message to parliament.

The reason I am calling on allies to work hard in 2021 is because I have first hand seen the toll of the struggle on staunch people I love and admire. When you fight against a powerful system everyday while fighting to prove your humanity - it imprints on your soul.

As we see staunch mob grow weary because there does not look to be light at the end of the tunnel, we must step up to lighten the load.
This country is not lucky, it is not great, it is not honest and it is not prosperous.
We can change that.