Saint Ignatius College Geelong
Reconciliation Week began in 1993 as a Week of Prayer for Reconciliation, supported by Australia’s major religious groups. Three years later it evolved into National Reconciliation Week. It is held every year as a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
The Reconciliation Week theme for this year, Bridging Now to Next, reflects the ongoing connection between the past, present and future. Reconciliation is important because it is about healing, acknowledging the past, and unifying people to walk together towards a shared future. We are proud to lead our community on the Reconciliation journey, opening up possibilities to learn more about the rich Culture of our First Peoples, and deepen respect for the longest continuous living culture on the earth.
Significant dates
The 26th of May, is National Sorry Day. This day remembers and honours the Stolen Generations and the hurt that was inflicted by government policies.
The 27th of May, which officially begins Reconciliation Week, is the anniversary of the 1967 referendum. At this time Australians voted to remove sections of the Australian Constitution which discriminated against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The 3rd of June concludes the week by acknowledging the historic 1992 Mabo decision. On this day, the High Court of Australia recognised native title, meaning that First Nations people were recognised as being on the land prior to colonisation.
Some Key Activities/Events this week
Monday
FIRE Carriers video / Reconciliation Week / During morning Mentor Time
Tuesday
Whole School Assembly / Welcome to Country / Smoking Ceremony / Guest Speakers
Wednesday
First Nations Film Festival / Lunchtime / MacKillop Theatre.
Thursday
First Nations Tasting Stall / Lunchtime / Green basketball courts.
Friday
Examen / Sausage Sizzle at lunchtime / Casual Clothes Day / Opening the Doors Foundation.
Have a great week,
SICG FIRE Carriers
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Reconciliation Week began in 1993 as a Week of Prayer for Reconciliation, supported by Australia’s major religious groups. Three years later it evolved into National Reconciliation Week. It is held every year as a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
The Reconciliation Week theme for this year, Bridging Now to Next, reflects the ongoing connection between the past, present and future. Reconciliation is important because it is about healing, acknowledging the past, and unifying people to walk together towards a shared future. We are proud to lead our community on the Reconciliation journey, opening up possibilities to learn more about the rich Culture of our First Peoples, and deepen respect for the longest continuous living culture on the earth.
Significant dates
The 26th of May, is National Sorry Day. This day remembers and honours the Stolen Generations and the hurt that was inflicted by government policies.
The 27th of May, which officially begins Reconciliation Week, is the anniversary of the 1967 referendum. At this time Australians voted to remove sections of the Australian Constitution which discriminated against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The 3rd of June concludes the week by acknowledging the historic 1992 Mabo decision. On this day, the High Court of Australia recognised native title, meaning that First Nations people were recognised as being on the land prior to colonisation.
Some Key Activities/Events this week
Monday
FIRE Carriers video / Reconciliation Week / During morning Mentor Time
Tuesday
Whole School Assembly / Welcome to Country / Smoking Ceremony / Guest Speakers
Wednesday
First Nations Film Festival / Lunchtime / MacKillop Theatre.
Thursday
First Nations Tasting Stall / Lunchtime / Green basketball courts.
Friday
Examen / Sausage Sizzle at lunchtime / Casual Clothes Day / Opening the Doors Foundation.
Have a great week,
SICG FIRE Carriers