ISSUES PAPER ON ECONOMIC PROSPERITY INTRODUCTION

The economic injustices experienced daily by First Peoples at present are directly linked to the actions of the state and the ongoing impacts of colonisation. [...] The Koori Caucus of the Victorian Aboriginal Employment and Economic Council (VAEEC) noted: For too long, we have been kept on the fringe of the Victorian economy… However, we are resilient and our entrepreneurial spirit and desire to be part of a vibrant and growing economy remain strong.5 ABOUT YOORROOK Yoorrook is the first formal truth-telling process into historical and ongoing injustice expe. [...] The goals of Yoorrook’s inquiry into economic life are to: • develop a record of the contemporary economic status/circumstances of First Peoples in Victoria • identify the source and breadth of injustice for First Peoples across the different dimensions of economic life • identify the causes and consequences of economic injustice for First Peoples • improve state and private sector accountability. [...] How would you describe the quantum and sustainability of government funding programs and investment in First Peoples’ enterprises, First Peoples women in business, First Peoples economic development, First Peoples employment and Traditional Owner corporations on-country economic initiatives? 9. [...] CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Yoorrook calls for submissions from individuals and organisations including: • First Peoples • First Peoples organisations, service providers and groups including Traditional Owner groups • First Peoples business and enterprises (both for profit and not for profit) • current and former staff of organisations and agencies working in First Peoples employment, economic developmen.