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Table of contents
Introduction    3
Theoretical Framework    3
Historical Overview    4
Contemporary Manifestations    5
Legislation and Policies    6
Implications for Community Services    7
Conclusion    8
References    10
Introduction
    The experiences of many populations are influenced by the intricate web of sociocultural, legal, and policy forces that make up Australia's history. This study examines whether Australia's past policies have resulted in persistently discriminatory and repressive issues in modern society. Our study, which is based on Critical Race Theory and structural functionalism, attempts to identify systemic problems that are causing the inequities that exist today. Historical events have affected the trajectory of social injustices, from the treatment of Indigenous Australians during the colonial era to the aftermath of the White Australia Policy. This investigation examines the effects of historical legislative achievements—such as the Apology to the Stolen Generations and anti-discrimination laws—on enduring inequalities. We will identify the effects of historical decisions on current community services as we study Australia's past, highlighting the necessity of inclusive, culturally aware practices to clear the path for a more just future.
Theoretical Framework
    Critical Race Theory (CRT) and structural functionalism are the two main points of view that inform the theoretical framework that directs this investigation (O’Sullivan, Rahamathulla & Pawar, 2020). According to structural functionalism, society is a complex system with interrelated pieces, and when one component is dysfunctional, the system as a whole is impacted. When this lens is used to examine Australia's historical background, it enables us to identify structural problems that are causing the oppressive and discriminatory problems of today. We can learn about the long-term effects of laws and customs by looking at how past occurrences have interacted with the larger social framework.
    Conversely, Critical Race Theory examines how race and power systems interact, highlighting how societal structures contribute to the continuation of racial injustices. Through a CRT analysis of Australia's past approach, we want to learn more about how power relations have influenced laws, policies, and social practices, all of which have contributed to the persistence of inequalities. Because it emphasizes the structural aspect of prejudice, this theory is especially relevant for understanding the experiences of oppressed populations, including migrants and Indigenous Australians.
    When combined, these frameworks provide a sophisticated understanding of the historical dynamics at work and highlight the complex web of causes that gave rise to current oppressive and discriminating problems. With the help of this dual theoretical approach, Australia's historical trajectory and its implications for community services in tackling enduring issues may be thoroughly examined.
Historical Overview
    The history of Australia is a complicated tapestry woven with intricate strands of dispossession, discrimination, and colonization that have left long-lasting traces in the social fabric of the country (Morrison et al., 2019). The arrival of European settlers in the late 18th century, known as the colonial era, led to the eviction and maltreatment of Indigenous Australians. Communities were uprooted at this time, and violent conflicts and cultural repression resulted in lasting wounds that continue to this day. The White Australia Policy represents a dark period in the history of the country and was a distinguishing element of immigration policy in Australia until the mid-20th century. It was enacted to maintain an imagined racial uniformity, which institutionalized prejudice against immigrants who were not from Europe. This policy influenced societal attitudes and led to the marginalization of varied populations in addition to changing Australia's demographic makeup by fostering an environment of racial exclusion. Indigenous Australians still feel the effects of past injustices in their everyday lives. Differences in...