#WRITEYES
#YES23
Civil society says YES!
to First Nations Justice
DIGITAL COMMS KIT
Write Yes!
This year, Australians are being asked to vote in a referendum to establish an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice.
We wholeheartedly support writing YES in this referendum.
This comms kit is full of digital, social media content and assets that you are welcome to use to support YES to the referendum. It's been sourced from right across the campaign and includes graphics, stories and videos, as well as copy ideas, templates and links you can use to share stories of why YES.
Scroll down to get started or skip to content for specific platforms by clicking one of the buttons right here. This design kit is best viewed on desktop, for easy publishing.
Write yes Brand Assets
These Write Yes campaign assets are free to use and share by
any organisations, groups or people who are supporting Yes to
the referendum. Rectangle boxes are links to download the assets.
how to use LOGO:
- In the bottom right corner of posts is ideal
- Never use on dark backgrounds
- Never smaller than 80px as it may become unreadable
Supporting Artworks
how to use:
- In the corners of artwork diagonally
- Vertically down the sides of artwork
- Horizontally across the top and bottom of designs
- PNG art should never be too big where it becomes pixellated. Your eyes should pick this up
copyright:
- This artwork may only be used by participating civil society organisations in accordance with this Digital Comms Kit for the purpose of supporting YES to the referendum. The artwork must not be used for commercial purposes or any other purpose.
Fonts
BellaSmith
how to use:
- Header font
- No more than one sentence
- Not as body copy
- Always with the letter spacing and line spacing. (At top section of Canva working space)
Another Shabby
how to use:
- Secondary font
- No more than a few words or singular words
- Good for abbreviations like 'Yes' (like in the logo)
- Good for sentences that want to appear like a human wrote it
Gordita
how to use:
- Body font
- Paragraphs/subheaders
- Use Gordita regular for social media body and in body copy in reports/flyers
- Gordita bold for bold pull-out sentences
- Always use with the letter spacing (kerning) of -25
Write Yes Colour Palette
#D7CFBE
#B15D40
#C9B35D
how to use:
- Use stark colours like a cream background and black for body copy
- Use red, yellow and purple as supporting font in small words and stylistic highlights
#7E7FB2
#2F2D2B
Messaging - how WE talk about yes!
We will share a fairer and better future when First Nations people have a seat at the table and a greater say in issues that impact First Nations communities.
Australia is home to the oldest continuous culture on Earth. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have been caring for Country for millennia. When we listen to each other, share our knowledge and work together, we all benefit.
On October 14, Australians are being asked to vote in a referendum to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Constitution and establish an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice.
By writing YES in this referendum we are committing to listening to and learning from the wisdom and perspectives of First Nations people which will lead to better outcomes in education, health, justice and more.
Writing YES is based on the fundamental principle that laws and policies are more effective when those who are affected by them have a voice.
History has shown us that previous representative bodies for First Nations peoples have been dismantled by the government of the day at will. By writing YES in the referendum, Australians everywhere can establish a permanent representative body that boldly advocates for the needs and aspirations of First Nations people.
Writing Yes won’t change everything, but it’s a step in the right direction towards bigger changes that First Nations communities have been fighting for. It will be up to all of us to hold governments and the public accountable for what comes next, beyond the referendum.
Recognising and respecting the knowledge, cultures, stories, and languages of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples will help us move forward from our past and progress together towards a brighter future.
Together we share a vision for the future as a nation that values justice, equity and fairness for all people.
Together, let us write YES.
campaign hashtags + tags
To help your post reach more people include a selection of the most used hashtags below.
#yes23
#writeyes
#UluruStatement
#YESTOTHEVOICE
Tag these campaigns and organisations in your posts, videos, Stories and Reels to allow the campaigns to share and repost your content, video or post.
@yes23
@getup_australia
@ulurustatement
social media POSTS
Copy and paste the content below to share on social media. Feel free to upload one of the social media graphics, videos or Reels below to go with your post.
On Oct 14, Australians are being asked to vote in a referendum to give Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders a Voice on issues that impact First Nations communities.
I wholeheartedly support writing YES in this referendum!
#writeyes #yes23 #ulurustatement #yestothevoice
I'm writing YES! to First Nations justice this referendum.
Why? Because when we listen to people on issues that impact them, we get better outcomes.
Recognising First Nations people in our constitution is the fair, right and respectful thing to do.
#writeyes #yes23 #ulurustatement #yestothevoice
I'm writing YES at the referendum because listening to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will help us move forward from our past and towards a brighter future together as a country.
Writing YES on Oct 14 won’t change everything, but it’s a step in the right direction to win the bigger changes First Nations communities have been asking for.
#writeyes #yes23 #ulurustatement #yestothevoice
social media GRAPHICS for FB/Instagram
social media GRAPHICS
Bios supplied for caption credit purposes.
Evonne Goolagong Cawley, AC, MBE is a Wiradjuri woman and former world number one tennis player #yes23
Aunty Patsy Cameron, respected Elder and descendant of the Pairebeenne Trawlwoolway clan in Tasmania
Cape York Indigenous leader Noel Pearson
3 Reasons for Yes Video – SQUARE + reel INSTAGRAM/FACEBOOK
Bio supplied for caption purposes.
Semara Jose is a proud Gudjula, Eastern-Kuku Yalanji and Darnley Island woman. Born and raised in Cairns, she is the co-founder and chairperson of Deadly Inspiring Youth Doing Good Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Corporation.
Note: For best results download these assets in MP4 video format
What the Voice means to the
majority of first nations people
REFERENDUM Video – SQUARE + reel INSTAGRAM/FACEBOOK
Bio supplied for caption purposes.
Larissa Baldwin-Roberts
is a proud Widjabul Wai-bal woman from the Bundjalung Nations and GetUp CEO.
Note: For best results download these assets in MP4 video format
First Nations leaders supporting yes Videos/reels – INSTAGRAM/FACEBOOK
Note: For best results download these assets in MP4 video format
Note: For best results download these assets in MP4 video format
First Nations leaders supporting yes
Video square post – INSTAGRAM/FACEBOOK
Campaign assets
How to use these printable resources:
- Fill out your details using the Canva template and then either print directly through Canva or download and print your own postcards and then hand them out in letterboxes in your neighbourhood, or send them to friends and family and supporters.
- Leave the postcard blank and either print directly through Canva or download and print your own postcards for distribution through your networks, encouraging people to fill them out and distribute them in their neighbourhoods and communities.
(formerly TWITTER) SHARES
Copy the text below and paste to X to tweet (formerly Twitter).
Australians are being asked to vote in a referendum on Oct 14 to establish an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice. I wholeheartedly support writing YES in this referendum! #writeyes #yes23 #ulurustatement #yestothevoice
I'm writing YES at the referendum on Oct 14. Why? Because when we listen to people on issues that impact them, we get better outcomes. Recognising First Nations people in our constitution is the fair, right and respectful thing to do #writeyes #yes23 #ulurustatement #yestothevoice
Writing YES on referendum day is a step in the right direction to win the bigger changes First Nations communities have been asking for #writeyes #yes23 #ulurustatement #yestothevoice
We will share a fairer and better future when First Nations people have a seat at the table and a greater say in issues that impact First Nations communities. That's why I'm voting YES at the referendum #writeyes #yes23 #ulurustatement #yestothevoice
Issue-based content for Yes!
climate movement letter - yes
Now over 49 climate organisations and groups representing a movement of well over two million Australians whose commitment to a healthy climate and thriving environment is rooted in the values of justice, equality and fairness have signed a public letter supporting YES to the Voice. Publish this letter on your website.
climate movement letter CAROUSEL
Share a truncated version of the climate movement letter on your social media channels and in supporter emails.
CLIMATE CALLING PARTIES FOR YES!
Edit, copy + paste this suggested post copy:
There is no climate justice without First Nations justice. Join leading climate organisations hosting online calling parties for YES every Tuesday and Thursday – all the way to the referendum date on October 14.
Help be a voice for YES! Join calling parties hosted in collaboration by the Australian Conservation Foundation, Environment Victoria and AYCC.
- EV: envict.org/calling-for-yes
- ACF: acf.org.au/referendum-calling-party
- AYCC: aycc.org.au/tags/doorknock
SUPPORTER EMAILS
YES. Let's build momentum for First Nations justice
Dear [NAME],
Australia is home to the oldest continuous culture on Earth. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have been caring for Country for millennia. When we listen to each other, share our knowledge and work together, we all benefit.
This year, Australians are being asked to vote in a referendum to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Constitution and establish an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice.
Like many of you, we've been thinking about what this means – for our identity as a nation, and the possibilities this moment presents for truth-telling, treaty and meaningful change.
We wholeheartedly support writing YES in this referendum.
By writing YES in this referendum we are committing to listening to and learning from the wisdom and perspectives of First Nations people which will lead to better outcomes in education, health, justice and more.
Our support for writing YES is based on the fundamental principle that laws and policies are more effective when those who are affected by them have a voice. We firmly believe in substantive change rather than mere symbolism, and we view this referendum as a step in the right direction.
Recognising and respecting the knowledge, cultures, stories, and languages of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples will help us move forward from our past and progress together towards a brighter future.
We’re going to be bringing people together to talk about why a YES vote is so important, share ideas on how to get involved and opportunities to amplify stories of people talking about why they support YES.
By winning a resounding YES we can set the stage for transformational change in the next decade.
Together, let us write YES.
WHAT IS THE 2023 REFERENDUM?
Australians are being asked to vote in a referendum on this question – should we recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Constitution, with a Voice to Parliament? A referendum is when voters are asked to write Yes or No in answer to a question. The only way to make changes to Australia’s Constitution is via a referendum.
WHAT IS THE ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER VOICE TO PARLIAMENT?
A Voice to Parliament will be a permanent body of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representatives to give independent advice to the Australian Parliament on laws and policies that affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. A constitutionally enshrined Voice will ensure that the expertise and experience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people must always be considered by the Federal Parliament when making decisions about the lives, communities and affairs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
WHERE DOES THE VOICE PROPOSAL COME FROM?
The Voice was proposed in the Uluru Statement from the Heart. The Uluru Statement from the Heart is the culmination of over a decade of work and extensive First Nations consultation which arrived at a consensus about what constitutional recognition should look like.
Twelve deliberative dialogues were conducted involving a total of 1,200 First Nations people drawn from local traditional owners, First Nations community-based organisations and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders. These regional dialogues then selected their own representatives to attend the First Nations Constitutional Convention at Uluru in 2017, where First Nations forged a historic consensus on what constitution recognition should look like, adopting the Uluru Statement from the Heart. The Statement is an invitation from First Nations people to all Australians. One of its key features is to ask Australians to support meaningful constitutional recognition by providing a First Nations Voice.
WILL THE VOICE HAVE A POSITIVE IMPACT ON FIRST NATIONS LIVES?
The Voice to Parliament provides an opportunity to progress the rights of First Nations people in Australia. We can make better laws and policies by listening to what First Nations people have to say about things that impact their lives.
A Voice will mean the Government will have better quality information about First Nations communities and issues, delivered directly from First Nations people. Information from communities will result in better quality laws and policies, better-targeted investment and ultimately better outcomes for First Nations people.
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