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Spotlight on Racism

Sports People

Nova Peris

Nova Peris, the first Aboriginal Australian to win an Olympic gold medal

What do you do?

Athlete

How old are you?

29

Where were you born?

Darwin

Where did you grow up?

Darwin

Describe your cultural/religious/ethnic family background

Aboriginal, Catholic, Muran Tribe Howrland Coburg Penninsula.

Do you know any other languages? If so what are they?

No

What is your favourite place in the world and why?

Danger Point, Coburg Penninsular. Furtherest Point Mainland, Northern Territory

Have you ever experienced or witnessed racism? How did it make you feel?

Yes. 1993 playing national hockey championship. It was very hurtful.

What did you do about it?

Made me strong within myself. I cried and I kept it to myself.

What advice would you give kids experiencing racism?

Get rid of the "Tall Poppy" syndrome - better education of Australia's true history.