Understanding The Voice to Parliament: Dr Hannah McGlade

What is the Indigenous Voice to Parliament and why are we holding a referendum?

On October 14 Australian’s will vote on a proposition developed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities from around Australia.

We will be asked to recognise Indigenous Australians in the constitution for the first time and give them a say on the issues and policies impacting their communities across Australia.

Over the next six weeks in the lead up to the referendum, RTRFM’s Breakfast with Pam will check in with folks that know what’s going on, can keep us up to date and explain the who, what, when where and why of the proposed change to the Constitution.

Our series begins with Curtin Law School academic, lawyer and member of the Voice to Parliament engagement group, associate professor Dr Hannah McGlade.

She spoke with Pam Boland to discuss the significance of an Indigenous Voice to Parliament and the practical difference it will make in our country.