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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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Irene D.
Barossa valley
“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.”
Deanne L.
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.”
Lisa S.
Melbourne, Vic
“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.”
Linda P.
Brisbane
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Yugumbir and Yuggera peoples, 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.”
Lucia B.
Sunshine , Victoria
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians, the Wirundjeri People, on whose Woiworung land I stand. I pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Elisa B.
Melbourne, Bic
“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 I.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the Guringai peoples 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.
BUNDABERG East
“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.”
Tanya M.
Mandurah, Western Australia
“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.”
Anna H.
Melbourne, VIC
“Today, at the front door to my home I want to acknowledge that this is the unceded land of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nations. I acknowledge and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I acknowledge and remember the grief and pain still being experienced, and i am overwhelmed by the warmth, humour and welcoming I have still received nonetheless from Aunties and Uncles who continue to teach me what it means to be First and Second people’s together on stolen land. With my feet on this land, I commit to listen and be led by the wisdom and care of our Elders. I long for the day and I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Jess D.
Blue Mountains
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians, the Darug and Gundungurra peoples, 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.”
Jonathan T.
PERTH, WA
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I stand on Nyoongar Boodja. I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand, the Whadjuk 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.”
Megan B.
BUNDABERG East
“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.”
Nathan & Heather w.
Sunbury, Vic
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation, 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.”
Nathan & Heather w.
Sunbury, Vic
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation, 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.”
Rachel B.
Melbourne
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge 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.”
Georgina G.
Lismore, NSW
“Today, I stand with the Widjabal people of the Bundjalung nation, on what was once the heart of the big scrub rainforest. I acknowledge the past atrocities perpetrated by the European invaders, and pray we can all move forward to a place where everyone feels respected and heard. #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Cathy F.
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.”
Kirsten T.
Tamworth 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 on Kamilaroi land, in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Kath R.
Brisbane
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians, the Yuggera, on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Yuggera Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Breck C.
Mount Martha, Victoria
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand the Boon Wurrung / Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Lyn N.
Ocean Grove, Victoria
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Wathawurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand, and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and emerging. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Kathryn S.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, we acknowledge the Gundungurra people on whose land we stand and pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging. We stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Peter O.
Newcastle
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Awabakal 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.”