Addressing the Crisis
Recent stories about the abuse of Aboriginal children is tragic, but sadly, nothing new. Back in May of 2006, Nanette Rogers had been...
Context is Everything
I think we’ve all been in that situation where we have to say “You’ve taken my words out of context.” It’s not good, as people can get...
These are OUR Children!
The Australian newspaper recently reported on the tragedy of child abuse in the Northern Territory - and thank goodness, I say. Just this...
Some Ideas for Closing the Gap
The failure to reach the Closing the Gap targets is no surprise. We should celebrate those areas where we have seen some gains, but learn...
Using Employment to Provide a Sense of Meaning and Purpose as a way of Reducing Aboriginal Suicide
People need love, a sense of purpose, and something to look forward to. Unfortunately for many remote Indigenous people, their...
Forgiveness
The beauty of forgiveness is that it releases us from patterns where we are caught. It releases us from being a victim and being caught...