Both Torres Strait Islander peoples and Pacific Islanders have taken their climate battles to the courtroom in recent weeks.

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It also decided that the Torres Strait Islanders were entitled to compensation for the harm that they have suffered. The decision focused on adaptation, and basically ignored mitigation.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice is a chance for Australians to listen to the request of First Nations people, and show commitment to implementing human rights principles. 2.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are also LGBTQIA+ are often not considered in research and policies. This can mean First Nations people have limited access services.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students were less likely than other students to feel safe on campus (76.2%) and felt less respected by staff (83.9%) and by other students (81.2%).