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When you hopped out of bed this morning, on January 26, did you pause to consider the land on which you stand?

For many, January 26 is a difficult time. On this day, our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander brothers and sisters are feeling many emotions and are hurting, grieving, mourning, and commemorating survival. And today, we have a chance to stand with them, on the land we live, acknowledging the true history of this land.

Imagine if today - January 26, 2020 - Facebook feeds around the country were filled with photos and public statements acknowledging Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples and what this day means to them.

What a powerful statement it would be! A generation making a peaceful stand, on the very day when Australians reflect on their national identity more than any other.

Today, we all have an opportunity to make that stand, by sharing where we stand on January 26 and using our Facebook feed for good.

How do I take my photo?

We encourage you to take off your shoes and head outside to take a photo of your feet on the land you live on. If you're using your phone to take the photo, landscape orientation will work best (though you'll also be able to rotate it before posting). If you want you can also take a photo with a few people, and share it together. Then, write your acknowledgment of country (or use the one we provide), add it to this website then share it on your social media.

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Catriona M.
Perth
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Whadjuk Noongyar people on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Simon E.
South Perth
“This backyard lawn on which I stand with my family is Whadjuk, entrusted to the Noongar people by the almighty Creator. I was privileged to lead my church family at The Big Table this morning in an acknowledgement of the Traditional Custodians on whose land we gather and pay our respects to the Elders past, present, and emerging. We stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Gabbi and Lachlan B.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Angela S.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Cecily R.
Launceston, Tasmania
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Sue A.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, We walked again on the land of the Whadjuk people of the Nyoongar nation. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land We stand and pay our respects to the Elders past, present, and future. We stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Paula G.
Sydney
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians, the Darug and Guringai people, on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Catherine J.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Wajuk people of the Noongar nation, Tadditional Custodians on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
karyn j.
Garingai / Gadigal / Sydney
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Katrina L.
Brisbane
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Jagera and Turrbal peoples, the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand, and I pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Phil H.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Wurundjeri people on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Jane D.
Cudmirrah
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand – The Yuin people, and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Marilyn S.
Gerringong, NSW
“Today – January 26, 2020 – I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand – the Wodi Wodi people of the Dharawal Nation, and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I am sorry that we keep choosing to celebrate Australia on a day that causes you pain. I also acknowledge your wise care of this land over such a long time, and our country’s desperate need for your wisdom to be heard and heeded more. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Liz W.
Melbourne
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Manningham Uniting Church .
Templestowe, Vic
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land we stand and pay our respects to the Elders past, present, and future. We stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia. More feet here: http://manninghamuc.org/2020/01/26/this-is-where-we-stand-on/”
Elizabeth and Bene V.
Raby Bay Harbour, Qld
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians from the Quandamooka People on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Theresa S.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Tara C.
Perth, WA (wadjuk Boodja)
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Janette D.
Blue Mountains
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Sharan K.
Lake Munmorah
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Carolyn T.
Perth, WA
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar People on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Tanja K.
Melbourne, VIC
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians from the Wurundjeri Willum people of the Kulin nation on whose land I stand and pay my respects to their Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia, to acknowledge the wounds of the past and to look together towards a bright common future for all Australians.”
Sharon K.
Brisbane, Qld
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Quandamooka People on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Robyn M.
Lennox Head NSW
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Bundjalung Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”