We, the undersigned, strongly oppose the appointment of Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price as the Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians.
Senator Price has continuously misrepresented the views, experiences, and needs of many First Nations people. Her public statements—including the claim that colonisation had “positive impacts”—are deeply offensive and dismissive of the historical and ongoing trauma caused by colonisation, dispossession, and systemic injustice.
True representation in this role requires cultural grounding, community respect, and a commitment to truth-telling. Senator Price’s views and political stance are not reflective of the majority of Indigenous Australians. Rather than fostering unity or progress, her rhetoric often deepens division and silences grassroots voices.
Her appointment would undermine genuine efforts for healing and and practical change. The role of Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians must be held by someone who listens to community, understands the diversity of our nations, and advocates with integrity—not someone who uses their platform to promote narratives that harm our people.
We urge Liberal Party leader Sussan Ley to seriously reflect whether Senator Price is worthy of this role. Supporting Senator Price in this position would be a step backward for Indigenous affairs and a sign of political expedience over meaningful representation.
We want better outcomes for our people. But we need leaders who truly represent us and Jacinta Price is not that leader.

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