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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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Ayesha W.
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.”
Kath D.
Snug, Tas
“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.”
Rebecca L.
Matraville
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Gadigal and Bidjigal 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.”
Tim L.
Melbourne
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand, the Wurundjeri 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.”
Annemarie C.
Western Sydney
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, we acknowledge the Dharug people, 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.”
Alison S.
Hobart
“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.”
Elferaan W.
Smithfield Plains
“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.”
Elisabeth M.
Melbourne
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, we acknowledge the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nations on whose land we stand and pay our respects to their Elders past, present, and emerging. We stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Jen A.
Frankston
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Bunarong 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.”
Sam L.
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.”
Andrew H.
Camillo, 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.”
Kirsty J.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the Yuin nation, 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.”
Beck N.
Adelaide
“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.”
Libby C.
“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.”
Jill C.
Turners Beach 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.”
Jo F.
“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.”
Kirsty J.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the Yuin 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.”
Jessica M.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Burramattagal people of the Dharug 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.”
Matt C.
Kew, VIC
““Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.” -Romans 12:15 Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Bunurong & Wurundjeri mobs of the Kulin Nation, the Traditional Custodians on whose land & water I live, work & recreate, and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and emerging. I stand in solidarity for truth and justice and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Nils v.
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians, the Wurundjeri Nation of the Kulin Clans, 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.”
Jules B.
“Today, on this day of both lament and joy, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians on whose land I stand and pay my respects to the Elders past, present, and future. I grieve for what could have been, for what has happened, and I stand in solidarity for truth, justice, forgiveness, and to #ChangeTheHeart of Australia.”
Erin M.
Penrith NSW
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Dharug people as 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.”
Alex W.
Baldivis, 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.”
Sonia L.
Perth, Australia
“Today, on this day of mourning, invasion and survival, I acknowledge the Traditional Custodians the Whadjuk 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.”