Joe Hedger, Bundjalung man and Canberra Yes campaigner, has welcomed the Australian Capital Territory's support for the Voice and urged ongoing action.

"Even though the results reveal that the nation refused to respect our voices, the people of the ACT certainly did. The results for the rest of Australia cannot take away the extraordinary work and results achieved here in the ACT," he said on Monday.

"Reconciliation, as we knew it, no longer exists. Our focus must shift to rights and justice as a means to progress our interests and secure our political future."

Prior to his involvement in the Yes campaign, Mr Hedger led a successful career as a public servant before venturing into private sector where he is now a business partner with Deloitte.

Mr Hedger is also the son of prominent figure in Aboriginal Affairs, the late Allen Hedger, who was known for his drive for achieving social justice for First Nations people.

Mr Hedger said the referendum result in the ACT, where 60 per cent of the people voted YES for a Voice to Parliament, was "a powerful mandate from our community".

"(It is) a clear and sharp call for us to be decisive in how we respond. It demonstrates unequivocal support from the community to make the Uluru Statement from the Heart real right here in the ACT," he said.

He acknowledged the hurt and disappointment many are feeling and thanked other First Nations leaders who have carried the load during what he referred to as an unprecedented bitter campaign of misinformation.

Mr Hedger thanked Aunty Violet Sheridan and emerging First Nations leaders in the Australian Capital Territory with a special mention of Noah Allan and Alex Leon who shined during the campaign.

"The ACT people have spoken and our voices are strong in unity, seeking rights and justice. The ACT has the chance to lead the way in making the Uluru Statement a reality. I call on the ACT Government to consider the ACT overwhelming 'YES' vote a mandate and to map out a pathway to Voice, Treaty, Truth, consistent with implementing the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full. This pathway should echo the dreams of the Uluru Statement and honour the voices of our people," he said.

"While this is a national setback, it can be a moment of opportunity for progress in the ACT. In fact, we are more determined than ever to fight for our rights and pursue justice. We offer hope and comfort to both our old people and the younger generation assuring them that we will continue this journey with even greater determination.

"The time for action is now, and the ACT, with its resounding 60% YES vote, can set a strong example for the whole nation. Right here in the ACT, we have heard the call for reform loud and clear and we are moving forward with pride and determination."

ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr told National Indigenous Times on Monday that the government will respect a week of silence, before continuing to engage on the best ways to achieve goals.

The Minister highlighted that the ACT has a Voice to Parliament and there is a treaty process underway in the ACT.