2021 focus: Recognition, justice and development: The midterm review of the International Decade for People of African Descent This year, the International Day for the
Education is a key focus for Harmony Day. Communicate the importance of cultural diversity – encourage values, promote participation and provide some fun ways to
‘Sorry Day’ is held annually on the 26 May. The anniversary of the National Apology is a day which commemorates the event which Kevin Rudd…
Where, after all, do universal human rights begin? In small places, close to home — so close and so small that they cannot be seen
Written as an invitation to the Australian people, the Uluru Statement from the Heart aims to bring Australians together to recognise Indigenous Australians in the
National NAIDOC Week 2020 celebrations will be held from the 8-15 November. The November dates follow the decision by the National NAIDOC Committee (NNC) to
Tolerance is respect, acceptance and appreciation of the rich diversity of our world’s cultures, our forms of expression and ways of being human.” Declaration of
Schools, organisations and community groups are also encouraged to organise special events and activities. Since 2001, the Department and local councils promote this day by
Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 21 September. The UN General Assembly has declared this as a day
Woke has partnered with Multicultural NSW to create the ‘Me, My Culture and NSW’ competition. This is an opportunity for young people to celebrate diversity,
Challenge current perceptions of the arrival of Captain James Cook and the HMB Endeavour at Kamay Botany Bay in 1770… This learning and teaching resource
Actor Meyne Wyatt delivers a powerful monologue addressing systemic racism and discrimination towards Indigenous Australians from his play, City of Gold. This episode was broadcast
Refugee Week is a great opportunity to show your school welcomes refugees and the contributions they make to our communities. The theme for 2020 is…
National Reconciliation Week runs annually from 27 May – 3 June. The dates that bookend the week commemorate the anniversaries of the 1967 referendum and
Education is a key focus for Harmony Day. Communicate the importance of cultural diversity – encourage values, promote participation and provide some fun ways to
Racism. No way! promotes anti-racism education programs, strategies and resources which are appropriate for use in Australian schools.
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