GRV embraces NAIDOC week on, and off, the track

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

Not just in the Indigenous Australian communities but also in increasing numbers of government agencies, schools, local councils and workplaces. It began as a Day of Mourning in 1938, becoming a week-long event in 1975.

GRV is embracing the spirit of NAIDOC week, and GRV Chair Peita Duncan this week sat down with Sharna Brown – Gunitjmara Woman and Aboriginal Cultural Consultant for GRV, to discuss the importance of the week.

“Culture is so important,” Sharna explained. “It’s about our identity. Read full article

Source:: https://www.grv.org.au/news/2022/07/06/grv-embraces-naidoc-week-on-and-off-the-track/

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