De-colonisation: reflections and implications for social work practice

Abstract

I am conscious that I am an Indigenous Australian woman writing for a predominantly non-Indigenous audience. In setting down my reflection of the process of de-colonisation it is not my intention to write a simple how-to guide, for each person is unique and has their own journey and path to follow. This paper is not a how-to formula but is intended to share my reflections to assist non-Indigenous workers to become more informed and effective practitioners.