Oodgeroo, also known as Kath Walker, was an Aboriginal Australian poet, activist, and educator. She wrote 'Then and now' in her book of poems 'My people', which was published in 1970. In this poem, Oodgeroo explores the historical and contemporary experiences of Aboriginal Australians.
Considering her background as an Aboriginal activist and her focus on addressing Aboriginal issues, it can be inferred that her intended audience for this poem and her book as a whole would primarily be Aboriginal Australians. Oodgeroo likely wrote 'Then and now' to express the struggles, injustices, and resilience of her people to both create awareness within the wider Australian community and empower her fellow Aboriginal Australians.
However, it's important to note that Oodgeroo's work has resonated with readers from diverse backgrounds and has had a significant impact on Australian literature and social activism. So while her intended audience may have been primarily Aboriginal Australians, her poetry has reached and touched many individuals across Australia and beyond.
In the poem 'Then and now' written by Oodgeroo in her book of poems 'My people', who do you think is her intended audience?
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