@MrLee hi. Adding #Auspol is suitable for a wide range of discussions and issues; including this particular issue.

If people consistently use popular hashtags, it allows others to mute or follow conversations. We suggest the following: #VoicetoParliament #UluruStatement #AusReferendum #AusConstitutionalChange

That said, adding Content Warnings to these types of posts is the more respectful, community-focused approach.

We acknowledge the importance of engaging in discussions on the proposed Australian referendum for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Aus.Social has been asked by a few Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people on Mastodon to encourage the use of Hashtags/Content Warnings (CW) around this issue. In line with Aus.Social rules on political posts in general, we’re extending this to include the use of CW and/or hashtags when discussing the #VoiceToParliament; and to label posts and shared articles clearly and respectfully.

You can support First Nations people on this platform by being mindful of what you post, and not burdening them with an increase in non-Indigenous’ opinions - regardless of your intent.

CWs allow people to opt out, and hashtags can be added to filters. We suggest these hashtags: #VoiceToParliament #UluruStatement #AusReferendum #auspol #AusConstitutionalChange

If you’re non-Indigenous, consider not using the Indigenous or First Nations hashtags, as these were created by and for Indigenous peoples to connect.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders are not expected to use CWs, unless they choose to, as they’re speaking of their lived experiences and futures.

Please don't argue with anyone not using CWs or hashtags; report and leave moderation to the mods.

Posts or replies perceived as anti-Indigenous, racist or targeted harassment will be deleted, and accounts may be suspended.

We acknowledge the importance of engaging in discussions on the proposed Australian referendum for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Aus.Social has been asked by a few Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people on Mastodon to encourage the use of Hashtags/Content Warnings (CW) around this issue. In line with Aus.Social rules on political posts in general, we’re extending this to include the use of CW and/or hashtags when discussing the #VoiceToParliament; and to label posts and shared articles clearly and respectfully.

You can support First Nations people on this platform by being mindful of what you post, and not burdening them with an increase in non-Indigenous’ opinions - regardless of your intent.

CWs allow people to opt out, and hashtags can be added to filters. We suggest these CamelCase hashtags: #VoiceToParliament #UluruStatement #AusReferendum #auspol #AusConstitutionalChange

If you’re non-Indigenous, consider not using the Indigenous or First Nations hashtags, as these were created for Indigenous peoples to connect.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders are not expected to use CWs, unless they choose to, as they’re speaking of their lived experiences and futures.

Please don't argue with anyone not using CWs or hashtags; report and leave moderation to the mods.

Posts or replies perceived as anti-Indigenous, racist or targeted harassment will be deleted, and accounts may be suspended