International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination – 21 Mar.
2024 Theme: A decade of recognition, justice, and development: Implementation of the
Resources developed to support the delivery of anti-racism education in the classroom. They will assist students to engage positively with other peoples and cultures and to better understand Australia’s cultural diversity and history.
Resources supporting the delivery of anti-racism education in the classroom. Includes lesson ideas, activities and stimulus materials.
Resources aimed at developing the foundation knowledge and skills needed to counter racism, prejudice, and discrimination.
Computer-based learning activities which allow students to explore racism and related issues using digital resources.
Resources to assist teachers integrate intercultural understanding across the curriculum.
Scope, curriculum integration, understanding local issues and planning considerations.
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Hundreds of students, teachers and school communities have already pledged their support against racism.
I hereby pledge my support for the goal and principles of anti-racism education and will work towards eliminating racism from our schools and society as a whole.
Racism is simply an irrational prejudice, a product of ignorance and fear. I believe no-one is born hating another person because of that person is different from you. I pledge to stop racism.
We all need to be kind, respect diversity, respect differences, and walk in love. The world would be a better place.
I promise to speak up about injustices I see and to have the courage to stand up for what is right, even when it makes me feel uncomfortable.
I Talei Simpson pledge my FULL support for the goal and principles of anti-racism education and will work towards eliminating racism from our schools and society as a whole.
I hereby pledge my support for the goal and principles of anti-racism education and will work towards eliminating racism from St John’s School and society as a whole.
I pledge my support to uphold the goals and principles of anti-racism education and make this pledge part of my ongoing commitment to honour truth telling and reconciliation.
I will try my best to look out for other people who are being bullied or discriminated against. I will not judge people on their race, beliefs, culture and will try to make harmony with everyone
’ve always promised not to stand by racism, so here is my pledge. Racism is not okay, full stop. I shouldn’t matter what colour we are, where we came from or what nationality we are.
I pledge to fight against racism in case. Racism is illegal. I will stop racism as far as I can go. There are those people who deserve respect so that is my deepest belief no more racism.
We want a world where racism does not exist. This starts with the education of children. This includes education about bystanders and their ability to stop racism in its tracks when they see or hear it
I pledge to eliminate racism by teaching the students at St Thomas More Catholic Primary about the cultures of First Australians, encouraging them to become more inclusive and demonstrate respect to all within our community.
We have have the basic right to feel safe, there is no place for racism in a civilized society…time for every one of us in Australia to reflect and respect….
I would like to put my name and voice behind tryin to eliminate racism once and for all. I would like future generations to experience a world without hate and discrimination.
Explore Australia’s development as a culturally diverse nation.
Examine race relations and manifestations of racism since European settlement.
Discover news, anti-racism initiatives and upcoming events promoting cultural understanding
2024 Theme: A decade of recognition, justice, and development: Implementation of the
Celebrating cultural diversity is at the heart of Harmony Week. Harmony Week
Where, after all, do universal human rights begin? In small places, close
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We Acknowledge the many diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nations of Australia, and pay respect to the Custodians of the Land and Waters of these Nations on which we live, learn and work, and to the many Ancestors who shaped and nurtured Country.We Acknowledge the many diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nations of Australia, and pay respect to the Custodians of the Land and Waters of these Nations on which we live, learn and work, and to the many Ancestors who shaped and nurtured Country.
Elders, parents, families and communities are the first educators of their children and we pay our respect to them as ongoing teachers of knowledge, songlines and stories. We recognise and value the learning that Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children, colleagues and community bring into our schools.
We recognise all Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples and their ongoing strength and resilience. We acknowledge the important role that Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander young people have as leaders across Australia.
We celebrate and respect the oldest continuing culture and recognise the central importance of education in truth telling, equity and justice.
Please note: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples should be aware that this website may contain images or names of people who have passed away.
Racism. No Way!
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Disability profiles supported in our website
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