This overview draws together Phil’s commitments to First Nations justice and wellbeing, as outlined across his broader policy platform.

Listening, learning and empowering

• I am committed to achieving Closing the Gap Priority Reform 1: empowering local First Nations communities to drive decision-making, providing support to community-controlled organisations to meet challenges and grow stronger.
• I will ensure First Nations voices are heard in all federal policies that affect them, with particular respect for Larrakia leadership in the Solomon electorate.
• I will maintain strong working relationships with Larrakia leaders. Traditional Owners of the Darwin region — and continue to learn from their history, culture and vision for the future.
• I will support Larrakia priorities, from language and culture programs to land tenure and opportunities for the wider community to learn from Larrakia knowledge.