Who created NAIDOC Week?

NAIDOC originally was an acronym for the National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee. The organising committee behind the day adopted this name in 1991. However, the idea behind NAIDOC goes back to a letter written by William Cooper that was aimed at Aboriginal communities and at churches.

What is the purpose of NAIDOC Week and its role in shaping the future of Australia?

National NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in the first week of July each year (Sunday to Sunday), to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Why was NAIDOC expanded?

With a growing awareness of the distinct cultural histories of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, NADOC was expanded to recognise Torres Strait Islander people and culture. The committee then became known as the National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC).

What is NAIDOC Week and what is its purpose?

NAIDOC Week (National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee) occurs annually in July, and celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

What was the name of the first protest for NAIDOC Week?

NAIDOC Week has its origins in Aboriginal protest and activism when Aboriginal communities boycotted Australia Day which led to the Day of Mourning. From 1938 until 1955, the Day of Mourning, also known as Aborigines Day, was held annually on Australia Day as a protest to the day’s celebrations.

What does NAIDOC 2022 mean?

The theme of National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC) Week 2022 (3 – 10 July 10) is “Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up!”

What is the 2021 NAIDOC Week theme?

NAIDOC Week 2021 will be held from Sunday 4 July to Sunday 11 July. This year’s theme – Heal Country! – calls for stronger measures to recognise, protect, and maintain all aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage.

What are the benefits of NAIDOC Week?

NAIDOC Week encourages inclusion and diversity The annual themes and celebrations encourage all Australians to learn more about the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and history. They seek to engage and promote conversation about the issues and successes experienced by Australia’s First Nations.

What happened on the 26th of January 1938?

On January 26 1938, while many Australians celebrated the one hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the landing of the First Fleet, a group of Aboriginal men and women gathered at Australia Hall in Sydney. They had come together to continue a struggle that had begun 150 years previously.

What does acronym NAIDOC stand for?

NAIDOC stands for ‘National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee’.

Who designed the Aboriginal flag?

artist Harold Thomas
The Australian Aboriginal flag was designed by artist Harold Thomas in 1970. The colours of the flag represent the Aboriginal people of Australia and their connection to the land. The flag was first raised on 9 July 1971.

What is Heal Country in Aboriginal?

Healing Country means embracing First Nation’s cultural knowledge and understanding of Country as part of Australia’s national heritage. That the culture and values of Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders are respected equally to and the cultures and values of all Australians.

What is the theme for NAIDOC 2021?

How do I promote NAIDOC Week?

Here are some ideas on how to celebrate NAIDOC Week:

1. Display the National NAIDOC Poster or other Indigenous posters around your classroom or workplace.
2. Start your own hall of fame featuring Indigenous role models.
3. Listen to Indigenous musicians or watch a movie about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history.

Who can apply for NAIDOC grant funding?

In general, Commonwealth and state and territory agencies and bodies (including Government Business Enterprises) are not eligible to apply for NAIDOC grant funding. However, schools and correctional facilities are eligible. Commonwealth and state and territory agencies and bodies may apply on behalf of a school or correctional facility.

What is the NAIDOC culture and capability program?

The NAIDOC grant funding round aims to support activities being held during NAIDOC Week 2019 (7-14 July) that celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, achievements and continuing contributions to our country and society. The Culture and Capability Program objectives are:

Which NAIDOC theme should you align your proposal with?

You should align your proposal with the 2022 NAIDOC theme The National NAIDOC Theme for 2022 is Get Up!, Stand Up!, Show Up!’. This year’s theme draws our attention to the momentum for change we are seeing on a number of fronts.