Studies on racism by health and social scientists have documented and measured the negative impact that everyday racisms have on a Murris’ wellbeing. Racism is a significant factor contributing to increased blood pressure; stress; and lower rates of access to health services. They’ve named the phenomena of everyday racisms as micro-aggressions. It’s an epidemic affecting most of the country, urgent action is required now.

January 26 represents the day colonisation took root on Koori lands.