As part of National Reconciliation Week, St Mary’s proudly hosted a panel discussion focused on reconciliation, inclusion and the important role community sporting clubs can play in bringing people together.
Hosted by one of our First Nations players, Judhil Canendo, Troy Bickerton, Tane Cotter, Sarah Johnston and Natalie Cora, shared their thoughts and experiences around representation in sport, creating inclusive environments, and what it means to be “All In” for reconciliation.
The panel reflected on the power of sport to unite people from different backgrounds through shared goals and highlighted the importance of seeing First Nations representation across AFL, netball and wider sport.
Thank you to everyone who attended and engaged so openly in the conversation. We hope everyone took something meaningful away from the discussion and continue to reflect on how we can all contribute to reconciliation and inclusion within community sport.
Special thanks to Judhil for the idea, and to Micaela Hanlon and Jess Bickerton for organising the event.
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