What does the acronym Naidoc stand for?
National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee
NAIDOC stands for National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee. Its origins can be traced to the emergence of Aboriginal groups in the 1920′s which sought to increase awareness in the wider community of the status and treatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
What is Naidoc responsible for?
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life.
What is this year’s theme for NAIDOC Week?
Always Was, Always Will Be. Always Was, Always Will Be. recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years.
How do I pronounce Naidoc?
How do I pronounce NAIDOC? Neigh (like a horse) — dock (like “Sitting on the dock of the bay…”). The 1972 poster for ‘National Aborigines’ Day’ i.e. an early form of NAIDOC.
How do you pronounce Naidoc?
Who runs Naidoc?
Since that time, Patricia Thompson and John Paul Janke chaired the National NAIDOC Committee. In 2020, membership changes have seen Shannan Dodson join John Paul Janke as Co-Chair. Our uniqueness as the oldest continuing culture on the planet, and our 50,000yrs of survival.
What are Naidoc Colours?
The meanings of the colours in the flag are:
- Green – represents the land.
- Black – represents the Indigenous peoples.
- Blue – represents the sea.
- White – represents peace.
How much money is available for NAIDOC grant?
NAIDOC Grant Funding Up to $1.4M is available from NAIDOC Grant Funding to support activities being held during NAIDOC Week that celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, and achievements.
Is there going to be NAIDOC Week in 2020?
The Agency’s decision is also in line with the National NAIDOC Committee’s decision to postpone NAIDOC Week 2020 (5–12 July 2020) in the interest of safety for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Are there any NAIDOC events in Aboriginal communities?
While funded NAIDOC events are generally small, we are taking this cautious approach to support Australia’s efforts in controlling the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, particularly in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
