Referendum information campaign kicks off

The Australian Government has launched a new information program to encourage Australians to talk about this year’s referendum to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through establishing a Voice in the Constitution.

The information program will provide factual information about the referendum proposal and point them to Voice.gov.au where they can learn more.

Minister Burney for Indigenous Australians Linda Burney said everyone should be wellinformed.

“All Australians need to be well-informed with access to a trusted source of information as they consider the proposal to change the Constitution to recognise the First Peoples of Australia through a referendum,” she said.

“I welcome the launch of this information campaign which will reach audiences of every background and is a key step in preparing the country for this national conversation before voting day.

“This is one part of the broader Referendum civics education program with investments made through the Museum of Australian Democracy and the Constitution Education Fund Australia to give Australians everything they need to make an informed decision.”

Giving Australians trusted, easily accessible information that covers the what, why and how of the Referendum was crucial to increasing awareness and understanding before voting day, being held between October and December this year.

Community toolkits and other resources will be made available on the Voice.gov.au website.