UNSW welcomed hundreds of participants from across Australia on Friday 18 September at the John Niland Scientia Building and online.
The Allies for Uluru National Allyship Summit attracted strong interest from government, not-for-profit and private sector organisations, alongside Voice community groups from around the country. The event provided an opportunity for allies to reflect on lessons from the referendum, share emerging research and explore the future of allyship in support of the Uluru Statement from the Heart.
The event was planned and delivered by the Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor Society led by Pro Vice-Chancellor Society Scientia Professor Megan Davis AC, working closely with the Allies for Uluru leadership group, including Australian for Native Title and Reconciliation (ANTAR), the Fred Hollows Foundation, Settlement Services International, Oxfam and the Brotherhood of St Laurence. Between ANTAR and the Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS), the Uluru Statement’s support group has over 4000 Australian community organisations.
The day opened with a keynote address from journalist and author George Megalogenis, who examined the changing makeup of Australian society and the implications of Australia’s migration patterns for the national story. His presentation explored the population dynamics reshaping the nation and provided a foundation for discussion throughout the day.
The summit's second keynote was delivered by Prof. Megan Davis, who presented insights from post-referendum research and analysis, highlighting key lessons for the allyship movement and the importance of a rigorous, evidence-based assessment of collective strategy. Her address challenged participants to reflect on the nature, purpose and effectiveness of allyship and how it can best support First Nations aspirations in the years ahead.
The afternoon featured discussion and knowledge sharing between participants from a wide range of sectors and organisations. Conversations focused on strengthening collaboration, sharing practical experiences and identifying opportunities to build a more coordinated and effective allyship movement nationally.
The Rapid Reaction panel discussion.
The summit reflects UNSW's ongoing commitment to supporting the aspirations of the Uluru Statement from the Heart through research, education, public engagement and community partnerships.
Find out more at Allies for Uluru.
Photo top: Pro Vice-Chancellor Society Scientia Professor Megan Davis AC with Sally Scales.
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