Tag: Indigenous women

Australian federal election 2016: Linda Burney makes history for Labor

Labor’s Linda Burney has claimed the seat of Barton, becoming the first indigenous woman to enter the house of representatives.

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How Aboriginal women with disabilities are set on a path into the criminal justice system

Research suggests serious problems with the way Aboriginal women, particularly those with mental and cognitive disabilities, are “managed” by the criminal justice system.

Source: How Aboriginal women with disabilities are set on a path into the criminal justice system