Education

• Respecting the customs of the people or communities you are working with...
• Being aware that different communities have their own protocols that should be followed and...
• Communicating in a way that's relevant to Indigenous Australians.
• For the ABC Staff the Editorial Guidelines state that it is critical to adhere to the policies outlined.
• Further info on Ethics and Codes of Conduct.
• Information from the Australia Council for the Arts.
• Download the PDF version here (680Kb)

ABC Indigenous Programs Unit, Radio and Online in conjunction with Indigenous staff and journalist in the ABC were aware that protocols for Indigenous communities have been ignored by many media outlets and journalists weren't aware that protocols existed or hard to find.

Message Stick has produced this Indigenous Protocol site hoping to assist journalists, filmmakers, producers and documentary makers to understand the importance of abiding by Indigenous Protocols. This document has been written as a guide to help bridge the gap between the needs of Television and Film makers and the Indigenous people and their customs.

Sections:

• This Introduction
• Background
• Principles
• Production Tips
• Recognition, Protection & Copyright
• F.A.Q.
• How to contact Communities
• Death in a Community
• Protocol Resources
• Conclusion