Aboriginal Rights Movements in Australia

Aboriginal Rights Movements in Australia advocate for the recognition and protection of the rights of Indigenous Australians. These movements arose in response to the historical injustices faced by Aboriginal peoples, including land dispossession, cultural erasure, and discrimination. Key events include the 1967 referendum, which allowed Aboriginal Australians to be counted in the census, and the Mabo decision in 1992, which recognized native title. Activists work for land rights, better social and economic conditions, and reconciliation with the wider Australian society. Their efforts emphasize the importance of acknowledging historical injustices and respecting Indigenous cultures and sovereignty.