[1][2][3] In 1971, she joined the Federal Council for the Advancement of Aborigines and Torres Strait Islanders (FCAATSI) executive as a vice-president.
[10] On 2 October 2017, Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced that a state funeral for Scott would be held in Townsville.
Senator Pat Dodson delivered a eulogy which described Scott's leading role in the 1967 referendum to recognise Indigenous Australians.
In Google's tribute to her, they acclaim her life as a tireless campaigner and unwavering leader, resulting in numerous achievements, awards, and honours.
[15] The Google Doodle features an illustrated design by Indigenous guest artist Samantha Campbell,[16] who is descended from the Dagoman people from the country around Katherine in Australia's Northern Territory.