Anti-Discrimination NSW launches new referendum resilience resource for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

The State’s anti-discrimination authority, Anti-Discrimination NSW (ADNSW), today launched a new resource to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people report discrimination and protect their mental health during The Voice referendum debate.

The new guide – 6 ways to look after yourself and mob during The Voice referendum debate – was developed in collaboration with Lifeline’s 13YARN and features Indigenous artwork and illustrations.

President of ADNSW Helen McKenzie said The Voice referendum had opened up debate in Australia and at times generated hurtful and discriminatory discussions.

https://antidiscrimination.nsw.gov.au/

Anti Discrimination NSW has launched a new resource, 6 ways to look after yourself and mob during The Voice referendum debate . This pocket sized guide contains information about Anti Discrimination NSW services and mental health tips. If you experience race discrimination or racial vilification, contact Anti Discrimination on 1800 670 812 for free confidential information.

Find out more:

https://antidiscrimination.nsw.gov.au/antidiscrimination nsw/toolsandresources/Referendumresilience.html

About the Voice

The Government wants to ensure all Australians have the information they need to vote in the referendum.  You can visit voice.gov.au for factual information about the upcoming referendum, including an information booklet and fact sheets.

The site includes a Community Toolkit - The toolkit provides resources about the Voice referendum, which can be downloaded and shared https://voice.gov.au/community-toolkit