Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians have the same access to the privileges that other Australians receive
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
ANS: False
Caucasian Australians live in what is termed ‘white privilege' where they are unaware of how society is structured to suit their cultural norms. For those who do not share those norms, subtle racism occurs in the context of everyday living, such as shopping, using public transport and eating in restaurants—and, importantly, accessing mainstream services, be they health, welfare, education or justice systems.
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