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Getting legal advice about a cultural recognition order

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This video explains how to access legal advice and what happens when you meet a lawyer to discuss a cultural recognition order.

Transcript

Presenter: Torres Strait Islander peoples are warned the following animation may contain sensitive information about a sacred practice, protected under Ailan Kastom. Children are not encouraged to watch this video without a parent or guardian present.

Presenter: After you have contacted the Office of the Commissioner Meriba Omasker Kaziw Kazipa to learn about getting a cultural recognition order, they will encourage you to get independent legal advice before applying for an order.

Presenter: It’s important to get independent legal advice because a cultural recognition order is permanent and impacts your identity and access to things like education,enrolment, banking, medical support and housing.

Presenter: Proving your identity can be complicated if you or your child has been culturally gifted, without legal recognition.

Presenter: You can get free and culturally safe legal advice from Legal Aid Queensland.

Presenter: They are available via phone or you can visit their Cairns office.

Presenter: A legal aid lawyer will help you achieve your goal of getting cultural recognition.

Presenter: Remember that they act in your best interest.

Presenter: When you get legal advice, anything discussed with your lawyer is confidential and will not be shared with anyone, except you and the court, if needed.

Presenter: At your first meeting with your lawyer, you will need to fill out paperwork and provide documents relating to your application.

Presenter: The lawyer will explain your options and the process for getting a cultural recognition order.

Presenter: To learn more about the role a lawyer plays in getting a cultural recognition order, speak to a legal service provider such as Legal Aid Queensland.

Presenter: To learn more about applying for a cultural recognition order, contact the Office of the Commissioner Meriba Omasker Kaziw Kazipa.

Presenter: Any contact is kept confidential.

Yumplatok (Torres Strait Creole)

Transcript

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Last updated 19 March 2025