The Aboriginal Tent Embassy

The Aboriginal Tent Embassy, established in 1972 in Canberra, Australia, is a significant protest site representing Indigenous Australians' rights and sovereignty. It began as a response to the government’s failure to address land rights and social justice issues. Activists set up tents outside Parliament House to demand recognition of their rights and issues like land ownership, cultural preservation, and self-determination. Over time, it has become an enduring symbol of Indigenous resistance and advocacy for equality, influencing national conversations about reconciliation and Indigenous rights in Australia.