Voice to Parliament
Understand the proposed Indigenous Voice to Parliament with the help of University of Melbourne experts
VOICEfacts
Watch new videos in our VOICEfacts series, your go-to source for understanding the proposed Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
Hosted by Laureate Professor Emeritus Cheryl Saunders, these short explainer videos offer clear, accessible and evidence-based information to help all Australians make an informed decision.
The Deep End Podcast
Hosted by Professor Marcia Langton and Professor Aaron Corn, The Deep End is a new podcast devoted to reasoned discussions and informed public debate with a range of engaging intellectuals and thought leaders.
The episodes feature conversations about Indigenous matters and the Voice.
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Latest expert opinions
Discover what our University of Melbourne experts have to say about the proposed Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
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The myth of neutrality and why Australia needs a Voice
Establishing an Indigenous Voice in Australia’s constitution is entirely consistent with a liberal democracy and political equality | By Dr Michael Breen
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No, the Voice proposal will not be ‘legally risky’. This misunderstands how constitutions work
This debate involves a different, moral question: do you support the idea of recognising First Australians in the Constitution by giving them a voice on matters that affect them? | By Associate Professor William Partlett
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It was written for nuclear disarmament – but today You’re The Voice is the perfect song for the ‘yes’ campaign
The serendipity of the pairing between John Farnham’s 1986 hit single You’re the Voice and the Voice to Parliament referendum is obvious, but it goes well beyond the fact the two share the key word “voice” | By Professor Peter Tregear OAM
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Why leadership in Indigenous higher education has never been more important
From the Voice referendum to the climate crisis, now is the time for strong leadership in Indigenous higher education | By Professor Barry Judd
University of Melbourne Statements of Support
Council and Executive
On 7 March 2023, the University of Melbourne Council and Executive affirmed their support for the Uluru Statement from the Heart and the ‘yes’ position in the referendum.
Academic Board
On 12 May 2023, The University of Melbourne Academic Board passed a resolution to support the current government proposal for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament.