Putting Community at the Centre of Politics | National Museum of Australia

A keynote address by Cathy McGowan

Cathy McGowan AO, respected former politician representing the rural Victorian seat of Indi, was at the forefront of the independent political movement. At the National Museum of Australia on 13 June 2023, Cathy explored the strategies and challenges of putting communities at the centre of politics, and how Australia can be inspired by the opportunities it offers.

In response Adam Davids, a descendant of the Wiradjuri people and a Fulbright Scholar, discusses the key issues in working with historically marginalised people to build sustainable and high-impact movements for positive social change.

Australia Speaks is a series of talks by eminent Australians exploring matters of national meaning and significance and offering audiences an opportunity to engage with bold ideas about the future of our country.

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A publication spread featuring a woman at a podium speaking to an audience. On the right is body text and the title 'Putting Community at the Centre of Politics'. - click to view larger image

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Publication details

ISBN 978 1921953 57 6
Paperback, 40 pages, 167 x 234 mm
National Museum of Australia Press, June 2024

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