Understanding Treaty
Understanding Treaty
As Victoria and other Australian jurisdictions engage in the early stages of treaty negotiations, it is vital the parties involved have a fundamental understanding of the treaty process. This Melbourne MicroCert explores the role that treaties have played, and might play, in relations between Indigenous peoples and contemporary settler societies….
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
As Victoria and other Australian jurisdictions engage in the early stages of treaty negotiations, it is vital the parties involved have a fundamental understanding of the treaty process. This Melbourne MicroCert explores the role that treaties have played, and might play, in relations between Indigenous peoples and contemporary settler societies. It’s ideal for people who will be involved in treaty negotiations, including professionals in the public, private and non-profit sectors, as well as First Nations. Gain a deeper understanding of treaty and other forms of agreement-making: Develop a comprehensive understanding of what defines treaty, and contrast this with other forms of agreement-making between Indigenous peoples and settler states. Examine treaty relationships historically and today: Draw on historical and international examples to explore the strengths and weaknesses of treaty relationships. Engage with current thinking about treaty, and consider the possibilities and limitations treaties present for transforming contemporary relations. Understand emerging treaty processes in Australian jurisdictions: Discuss the emergence of the treaty processes in Victoria and other Australian jurisdictions. Consider the principles that should underly contemporary treaties, and how these could inform a treaty in Victoria today.
Skills and learning outcomes: By the end of this course, you’ll have a deeper understanding of the role of treaty in relations between Indigenous peoples and contemporary settler societies. You’ll be able to: Compare similarities and differences between treaty and other forms of agreement-making. Critically analyse and reflect on different approaches to agreement-making and treaty settlements historically and internationally.
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