This is an extremely sad day for our people.
It is with heavy hearts that we acknowledge the devastating loss of Kumanjayi Little Baby. Our thoughts are with her family, her community, the wider Northern Territory public, and all those across the nation carrying grief at this time.
As we call for justice, we also call for unity, and we remember the loss that sits at the centre of this.
The hope we held for Kumanjayi Little Baby’s safe discovery and return must now be held for the futures of our children. This must compel us to be better and do better for them.
Every child has a right to safety and a bright future.
The wellbeing, rights and interests of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people are the grounding principles for the work we do at the National Commission for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Young People.
We call for a wider investigation into the correctional systems that led to his release.
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