“… a very practical book and great starting place…” Bruce Pascoe, author of Dark Emu
“What an insightful and accessible book … I strongly recommend this book to all and any organisations committed to Reconciliation.” David Liddiard, OAM
“…an eminently useful book that you will return to again and again.” Justice Helen Wood
“..a much needed practical guide … a timely and important book.” Senator Rachel Siewert
“I have just finished the book and I am already recommending it to others. I did one year of anthropology at Uni 50 years ago and a lot in your book reminded me of what I studied. I rate your book 9.5 out of 10 – not 10/10 only because I regard it impossible to be perfect- you came that close!” Steve Newnham, Oakham Grove Holdings Pty Ltd
You want to make a difference to the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians, but you’re not sure where to begin. Perhaps you’re not confident communicating with Indigenous people. Or held back by the fear of causing offense.
Does that sound like you? If so, you’re in luck.
Practical Reconciliation follows Evolve’s unique, 7 Steps™ framework to guide you towards a kinder, more peaceful Australia – one manageable step at a time.
Evolve Co-Directors Munya Andrews and Carla Rogers draw wisdom from two very different lived experiences. Together, they provide the ultimate handbook to Reconciliation in Australia today.
Hear from the authors of Practical Reconciliation: Bardi Elder Aunty Munya Andrews, and learning and facilitation expert Carla Rogers.
Feel confident working with and supporting our First Nations peoples with Practical Reconciliation’s blend of keen insight, engaging anecdotes and practical advice. This easy-to-read book will give you all the tools you need to begin to spark positive change – both in the workplace and beyond.
Read this book, and you’ll:
And most of all, you’ll be proud of the incredible richness of the oldest continuing culture in the world. After all, it’s too deadly!
“Highly recommended! Aunty Munya was such a clear, empathetic communicator. There was a brilliant connect with the audience without creating a guilt-barrier for participants that are not Indigenous. I particularly loved the synopsis of Indigenous history in direct relation to the modern history of white Australia. This base level of knowledge should be understood and shared by ALL Australians to acknowledge and respect First Nations people.”
An essential primer on reconciliation and a practical guide for a kinder, more tolerant Australia. The authors understand that while Australians share this aspiration the enemy of action is not knowing where to start and not believing we can make a difference. The book provides a practical road map to the small steps we can all take, and in the process is revelatory and empowering. The writing is conversational, authentic and wise. It is a valuable reference, an eminently useful book that you will return to again and again. It unpacks the big issues, and is embedded in universal values providing a framework for deeper learning. It draws us in close with information about Aboriginal culture, language and spirituality instilling a sense of awe and shared pride in who we are as a nation. It is hard-hitting on the importance of listening and bearing witness. This book more than delivers as an action plan, it opens our hearts and minds.
“There have been some welcome additions in recent decades of books about our Indigenous cultures. Now, Munya Andrews and Carla Rogers have made a valuable contribution to that literature. They are skilled and experienced in helping people to better understand Aboriginal cultures. Now they have combined that experience in this readable and informative book. Not only that. They have done so in ways that are practical and actionable. If this is an interest of yours, this is a book for you to read.”
“As people learn more about this country’s devastating history, how this land was stolen and that it was never ceded by First Nation Peoples they know we have to acknowledge and address our unfinished business if we are to become a truly reconciled nation. However many feel daunted about how to begin to engage. Munya and Carla offer a much needed practical guide for people to personally or collectively take action. This is a timely and important book.”
“This is a very practical book and great starting place to help people understand the issues involved in a conciliation between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Aboriginal Australians. If you don’t know about our history (like the war for possession of the Australian soil over the last 230 years) it is very hard to have a decent conversation. And this is what this book is about, decency and practical conciliation.”
“What an insightful and accessible book full of suggestions for a person and organisation to be more culturally aware and respectful. I strongly recommend this book to all and any organisations committed to Reconciliation.”
It’s easy to become daunted by the task of Reconciliation. That’s why Evolve Co-Directors Carla and Munya set about developing a framework that makes it achievable through a commitment to practical, every-day action. The resulting seven steps take Australians on a journey of discovery, transforming them into champions of change.
Don’t miss out – order your copy of Practical Reconciliation today!
