Are you being misinformed about First Nations issues?

Update: 2023-08-02

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As the referendum on a Voice to Parliament approaches, conflicting information surrounding its function and impact on First Nations peoples is increasing - so how can you tell what's truthful and what's not?

In this episode of Blak Matters, Teela Reid and Michael 'MC' Christian sit down with lawyer, researcher, and Griffith Law School lecturer Eddie Synot to find out the distinction between misinformation and disinformation, and what you can do to make sure you're getting the facts you need.

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