Travis Lovett at Murdoch University

Truth-Telling, Treaty & Transformational Leadership

Murdoch University proudly welcomes Travis Lovett a Kerrupmara/Gunditjmara and Boandik leader, nationally recognised advocate for justice, and former Deputy Chair of the Yoorrook Justice Commission, Australia’s first formal truth-telling process. [unimelb.edu.au]

Travis has led some of the most significant truth‑telling and treaty work in Australia, including the historic 500km Walk for Truth, a 25‑day journey from Gunditjmara Country to the steps of Parliament House in Naarm (Melbourne), where more than 5,000 people walked beside him in solidarity. [yoorrook.org.au], [abc.net.au]

His work has helped shape Victoria’s Treaty process, informed the state’s Closing the Gap strategy, and continues to influence national conversations on justice, sovereignty and structural reform. [unimelb.edu.au]

This is a rare opportunity for staff, students, and community to learn directly from a leader who has walked literally and politically the path of truth-telling, healing, and transformation.

Event Highlights

• Travis shares insights from his role in the Yoorrook Justice Commission
• Behind-the-scenes reflections from the Walk for Truth, the stories, the people, the power of collective action
• Discussion on how truth-telling and treaty shape our shared future
• Q&A session to engage deeply with his experience and vision

📍 Location: Rosemary van den Berg Room – 360.4.003, Boola Katitjin Building

🕒 Time & Date: 10am – 11am & Wedenday 25 February

• Light refreshments from 11am – 11:30am

Join Us for an Inspiring and Unforgettable Conversation

Walk beside a leader who believes:
“Truth-telling is not symbolic. It’s a reckoning, truth-telling is treaty in motion.” [abc.net.au]

Together, let’s explore how truth, responsibility, and shared action can shape a fairer future for all.

This event is supported by the First Nations Office, the School of Indigenous Knowledges, the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Office, and the Media and Communications Office at Murdoch University.