Photographer Juno Gemes has been a steadfast witness to the struggles of Australia’s First Nations people since the early 1970s, capturing the essence of their journey towards sovereignty. This compelling book assembles over 220 powerful photographs from Juno Gemes’ extensive archive, showcasing her ongoing commitment to documenting this vital story.

Until Justice Comes is the culmination of a lifetime spent advocating for change, presenting a visual record of the First Nations people’s fight for justice over the past half-century in Australia. It provides historical context to the movement leading up to the 2023 Voice referendum.

This landmark publication, built on collaboration, unveils Australia’s true history by exposing the often-hidden narrative of resistance and the pursuit of self-determination. Juno Gemes’ long-standing engagement with First Nations communities is reflected in portraits of political and cultural leaders, intimate community gatherings, and powerful street activism.

The book features new writings and poems by prominent voices, including The Honourable Linda Burney MP, Larissa Behrendt, Djon Mundine, Fred Myers, Frances Peters-Little, John Maynard, Catherine de Lorenzo, and Ali Cobby Eckermann.

Photographs covering pivotal moments in history, such as the Redfern Revolution, land rights campaigns, the National Apology to the Stolen Generations, the election of Indigenous Members to Federal Parliament, and preparations for the 2023 Referendum on the Voice to Parliament, form the core of this significant work.

Author: Juno Gemes
ISBN: 9780645984026
Type: Paperback
Pages: 300
Dimensions: 289x243x28mm
Publisher: Upswell Publishing
Published Date: December 2024