Sister Girl, 24 Years On

In this show, Murri historian and activist Dr Jackie Huggins speaks about the recently-published updated edition of 'Sister Girl: Reflections on Tiddaism, Identity and Reconciliation', which is out now through the University of Queensland Press. She reflects on the process of writing and on her prolific career, touching on the strength of Aboriginal women, race relations in feminism, Indigenous leadership, and honouring her parents through biography.Dr Jackie Huggins AM FAHA is a member of the Bidjara and Birri Gubba Juru peoples, and is currently leading the work for Treaty/Treaties in Queensland. This episode also features the song 'Sista Girl' by Oetha. Dr Huggins will be in conversation with Wiradjuri Author Dr Anita Heiss on the evening of Monday 31st January 2022 to discuss the new edition of Sister Girl. Online and in-person registration details are available here.