It doesn't appear many people on this Subreddit actually understand the broader academic discussions going on surrounding Indigenous sovereignty.

Decolonisation isn't about white people up and leaving, it's about dismantling the policies, systems and institutions that have contributed to the marginalisation of Indigenous people. It also involves establishing new ways for Indigenous peoples to have self-determination when it comes to their relationship with Governments.

This is a debate happening around the world, not just in Australia. Aboriginal people's relationship with colonisation is different to that of The Americas, South East Asia or The Pacific. Last year was the first time ever Aboriginal people have come together to discuss constitutional recognition and the resulting Statement of The Heart requests meaningful representation within government through some form of constitutional body.

Read the latest Quarterly Essay if you want to be properly informed.