Always Was, Always Will Be
The Campaign for Justice and Recognition Continues
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Publisher Description
In Always Was, Always Will Be, bestselling author Thomas Mayo investigates 'what's next?' for reconciliation and justice in Australia after the failed October 2023 Voice to Parliament referendum.
Since the referendum, supporters and volunteers have been asking for guidance as to how to continue to support Indigenous recognition. Mayo, a leader of the Yes 23 campaign and co-author of the bestselling The Voice to Parliament Handbook, has penned a new book to answer that question.
Always Was, Always Will Be is essential reading for those people who want to keep the positive momentum going and the number of allies growing. It's for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people who are ready to do everything they can to close the gap.
On writing the book Mayo said: 'The book starts with the ingredients for hope, it will cover the lessons from the past, and ultimately, Always Was, Always Will Be is about the future we want to see – one where there is justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.'
For the thousands of people who have been feeling sad, empty and powerless since last October, Always Was, Always Will Be aims to be a positive rallying cry. This book will map the path toward next steps on how to create a fairer Australia.
APPLE BOOKS REVIEW
Thomas Mayo’s Always Was Always Will Be is a concise yet powerful book that distills years of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander advocacy into a guide that is both accessible and profoundly impactful. In the wake of the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum defeat, the book is a reflection on past struggles and a blueprint for future action, and the author and former trade union official takes a methodical approach to educating readers on how to continue the fight for justice. Particularly striking is the chapter “Flooding the Zone with Truth and Hope”, where Mayo’s straightforward writing delivers a roadmap for countering the disinformation tactics that have plagued Indigenous advocacy. There’s a balance of hope and realism throughout, as Mayo connects the broader political landscape with individual experiences, making the book both a deeply personal and universally relevant read.
Customer Reviews
Great read for understanding
Another great book by Thomas Mayo! It’s really helped to understand the path forward and how we can learn from the past. It has good references for further learning too.