The Australian Land Conservation Alliance recognises and respects the deep and enduring relationship that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have with land, sea and water, and their enduring persistence, knowledge and connection that has been built over tens of thousands of years.

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We recognise that for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, nature and culture are inextricably connected. We acknowledge and value the role Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples continue to play in managing Country today and their right to self-determination.

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We acknowledge the wisdom, perspectives, experiences and expertise that First Nations peoples contribute to the annual conference and recognise that PLC24 is an opportunity to celebrate and elevate this knowledge – which provides invaluable guidance for caring for Country in the right way.

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PLC24 aims to be an inclusive and culturally safe event that engages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander delegates to attend and actively participate. To achieve this, we implement the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access and Engagement Strategy.