The Gathering is a national event held every two years that brings together First Peoples from across Australia to discuss and share knowledge about responding to climate change. It provides a space for dialogue, collaboration, and cultural exchange, ensuring that First Peoples’ perspectives are central to climate action.
Participants include Indigenous leaders, knowledge holders, community representatives, researchers, and policy-makers, all coming together to share experiences, insights, and strategies for adapting to and mitigating climate impacts.
First Nation Peoples Statement on Climate Change
One of the key outcomes of the Gathering is the development of the First Nation Peoples Statement on Climate Change, which capture the shared priorities, perspectives, and recommendations of First Nation participants.
Through these gatherings, connections are strengthened between communities, and First Peoples’ leadership in climate action is amplified, guiding research, policy, and programs across Australia.
Read the 2021 First Nation Peoples Statement on Climate Change
Read the 2024 First Nation Peoples Statement on Climate Change
Read more about the National First Peoples Gathering on Climate Change 2021 >