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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.

834 Photos

Linda C.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Wadawurrung people, the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters where I stand. I pay my respects to the Elders past, present and emerging. I acknowledge their resilience and strength. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Sharon H.
Shepparton Victoria
“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. I stand on the land of the Jotijota (Yorta Yorta) nation.”
Hannie H.
Sydney NSW
“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.”
Ramona K.
Springwood NSW
“This is a difficult day of mourning for families who have experienced repeated tragedy and loss over two and a half centuries of colonisation. 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 Darug Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Peter M.
Perth
“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.”
💧John G.
South West Rocks, NSW
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Dunghutti Nation, 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.”
Hollie B.
Brisbane
“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.”
scott h.
Melbourne, Vic
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians, the Wurundjeri People, 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.”
Michelle W.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Tharawal people who are 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.”
Colleen Z.
Adelaide
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Kaurna people, 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. #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe”
Shella & Daniel S.
Perth, WA
“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.”
Megan B.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians, the Boonwurrung 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 W.
“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.”
Kelly W.
“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.”
Lynette B.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Jagera and Turrbal people 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.”
Susan N.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand, the Boonwurrung, and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Greta M.
Ashbury, NSW
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation 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.”
Lyv K.
NT
“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.”
john m.
Turramurra
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge as a white British man who emigrated to Australia the Darramuragal people who are 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 see tangible meaningful changes take place that address the on-going consequences of inequality – Education | Healthcare | Representation | Opportunity | Belonging #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Benjamyn P.
St Clair
“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.”
Frances P.
Melbourne, VIC
“Today, I stand on Djab Wurrung and Jardwadjali land, remembering my home on Wurundjeri land and reflecting on this day of mourning, invasion and survival. I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which I live, play and learn and pay my respects to their Elders past and present. I pray for our shared future and stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Krystal L.
Penrith
“Today on this day of mourning, invasion and survival of my people, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of my land and the land of my children. We stand and pay our respects to our Elders past, present and future. We stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangetheHeart of Australia #NukunuPride #WiradjuriPride #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe”
Nye H.
Canberra 2902
“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.”
Alison D.
Springfield Qld
“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.”