'Multiculturalism', the gambling inquiry, and a Victorian apology for abuse in schools

Content warning: This episode of Represent National discusses gambling, addiction, and child sexual abuse.  This week, Ashley, Benita Nayan and Zoe talk about Acknowledgements of Country and One Nation's takes on multiculturalism.  The team also looks at the Senate inquiry into gambling, and discusses whether our government should ban gambling advertising, or even ban gambling entirely.  Finally, we have an important conversation about the Victorian Government's apology to victim-survivors of child sexual abuse in Victorian schools, including the importance of education about autonomy, consent and abuse; ensuring survivors feel heard; and having conversations like this one.  If you'd like to seek support regarding these topics, you can contact: The National Gambling Helpline: 1800 858 858 Beyond Blue (mental health support): 1300 22 46 36Bravehearts (support relating to child sexual abuse): 1800 272 83113 YARN (support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people): 13 92 76Kids Helpline (support for people aged 5-25): 1800 551 800Lifeline (crisis support and suicide prevention): 13 11 141800 RESPECT (sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line): 1800 737 732 Represent is a Syn Media podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.