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Be Brave is the theme for National Reconciliation Week Australia 2022. Make Change. It embodies the nation’s spirit and inspires us to strengthen our relationship with Indigenous people. The theme also emphasises the significance of participation in the reconciliation process. There are numerous ways to participate. One method is to read the articles listed below. They provide details regarding the Narragunnawali and Mabo decisions.
‘Be Brave. Make Change’
Be Brave. The theme of National Reconciliation Week Australia 2022 is Make Change. It is a call to confront the colonisation and dispossession of Indigenous peoples and advocate for their healing.
Here are some ways that you can participate. Continue reading to learn more. Additionally, you can join the movement and spread this information to others.
Narragunnawali
As a starting point for school-wide reconciliation, Narragunnawali is a digital portal that provides resources to support this endeavour. The Ngunnawal word Narragunnawali means ‘wellbeing,’ ‘coming together,’ and ‘peace.’ This term was selected with the United Ngunnawal Elders Council’s approval. It guides schools through the process of developing a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), which is a formal commitment to reconciliation.
Mabo decision
The significance of the Mabo decision during National Reconciliation Week in Australia cannot be overstated. The Mabo decision, which altered Australian land law thirty years ago, was a game-changer. If Australian common law continued to embrace the concept of terra nullius, it would perpetuate injustice by characterising Aboriginal people as low-status social beings.
Close the Gap and Change the Record
Throughout National Reconciliation Week Australia 2022, a coalition of Aboriginal peak organisations will collaborate with the government and other stakeholders to close the country’s health and education gaps. Close the Gap is a national day of action to close the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal Australians. Change the Record is a coalition of justice and accountability experts. The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) is a representative body for the nation’s 144 community-controlled health services. Close the Gap has an official partnership with the Coalition of Peaks, a partnership of over 70 Aboriginal peak organisations in Australia.
Indigenous Research Unit
Indigenous Research Unit will host a series of events in 2022 to commemorate National Reconciliation Week Australia. The theme of the week-long event will be ‘Be Brave – Make Change’. In addition, students will participate in a cultural immersion experience at the UniBar during the week. The event will feature First Nations rapper, record label owner, comedy writer, and author Adam Briggs as a guest speaker.
Indigenous Curriculum for Documentary
ABC Education has collaborated with prominent Indigenous institutions to develop an Indigenous Curriculum for Documentary for National Reconciliation Week Australia 2022. The resources include student discussion questions and guides for instructors that highlight cultural considerations when implementing these educational materials. The curriculum emphasises empowering students to combat racism and embrace diversity. The curriculum includes lesson plans for all three levels to assist teachers in planning and delivering instruction.
Events across campus
Every year from the 27th of May to the 3rd of this, National Reconciliation Week is observed to recognise and celebrate the culture and history of Australia’s indigenous people. There will be events on campus, in community centres, and at places of employment. To participate, you can add an event to your calendar. However, Reconciliation Australia is not responsible for listing these events.
The online platform of ‘Be Brave. Make Change’ theme of National Reconciliation Week Australia 2022 provides tools for engaging and educating individuals on reconciliation issues, including how to participate in activities and events. Each year will have a unique theme, allowing participants to make personalised acknowledgements and participate in virtual events.
Historically important occurrences:
May 26th – National Sorry Day and the anniversary of the Uluru Statement from the Heart being provided to the people of Australia.
May 27th – 1967 Referendum
June 3rd – Mabo Decision Day
