Canberra Raiders playmaker Jamal Fogarty wants people to use the NRL's Indigenous round to be "open-minded" and learn about history and culture just weeks after having to call out racist abuse on social media.
The Raiders will celebrate Indigenous culture at their clash against Manly on Sunday afternoon as the team chases six wins in a row in a remarkable season turnaround.
But the round also presents an opportunity for sports and their fans to talk about important issues, including athletes being subjected to racism and the looming Voice to Parliament referendum.