Reconciliation Week - 27 May - 3 June

Reconciliation Week commemorates the 1967 referendum and the High Court Mabo decision,respectively. On 27 May 1967, 90.77 per cent of Australians voted 'Yes' to change the constitution, the highest 'Yes' vote ever recorded in a Federal Referendum.

It marks a time for Australians to learn about the shared histories, cultures, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It's a period dedicated to building and strengthening relationships between First Nations peoples and other Australians, and to understanding the true history of Australia's colonization. The dates are significant, marking the 1967 referendum and the 1992 Mabo decision, which were crucial steps in recognizing Indigenous rights and challenging the concept of "terra nullius". 

Key Points:

• Dates: National Reconciliation Week runs from May 27 to June 3 each year. 
• Purpose: It's a time for learning, reflection, and action towards reconciliation. 
• Milestones: The dates commemorate the 1967 referendum (27 May) and the Mabo decision (3 June), both pivotal in recognizing Indigenous rights and challenging historical injustices. 
• Theme: The 2025 theme is "Bridging Now to Next," which emphasizes the ongoing connection between past, present, and future in the reconciliation process. 
• Activities: Reconciliation Week is celebrated in various settings, including workplaces, schools, community organizations, and by individuals. 

Image: Victorian and Southern NSW schools are lucky - you can invite Jan"Yarn" Wositzky to illustrate some of this history. Show options here

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