National Reconciliation Week 2024 at ANU

#NRW2024 – NOW MORE THAN EVER 

National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is an annual observance from 27 May to 3 June. It is a time for all Australians to reflect on Indigenous histories, cultures and achievements and to consider how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation. The University believes we all have a role to play in reconciliation and seeks to foster and engagement with important conversations about reconciliation. 

The NRW theme for 2024, Now More Than Ever, is a reminder that no matter what, the fight for justice and the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will – and must – continue.  

Explore achievements, opportunities and events at ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃthis NRW.  

We all have a role to play when it comes to reconciliation. Learn about what this week means and what you can do.

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ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃReconciliation Lecture 2024

This year's lecture will be delivered by Ms Selina Walker a Ngunnawal women, emerging elder and proud granddaughter of Senior Ngunnawal…

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Tree carving on ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃCampus by Paul Girrawah House

ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃinvites you to experience First Nations culture and heritage across two trees carving ceremonies on Country at ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃcampus grounds.

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Indigenous stargazing APH

Join Indigenous astronomer Peter Swanton and astrophysicist Dr Brad Tucker under the stars to learn about Indigenous Astronomy. 

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Kambri Scholars Program

The Kambri Scholars Program provides holistic and culturally aware support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students at ANU, like Thomas.…

Step into a space of Indigenous Futurisms and AI with paintings by Dr Ambelin Kwaymullina.

Learn how ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃecologists are empowering First Nations communities to restore traditional burning practices.  

Learn about Professor Marcia Langton’s role in advancing Indigenous rights in Australia and nominate for the 2024 Alumni Awards.  

The ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃSchool of Art and Design has co-designed on Country courses with Yuin Elder, Uncle Ossie Cruse. 

This new institute will advance voices of Indigenous women and girls to prove policies and structures.  

This lecture explores the political process for justice and human rights in the wake of the referendum defeat. 

Meet the ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃeducators decolonising psychology through a first nations lens. 

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ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃReconciliation Action Plan

Learn about the Universities Reconciliation Action Plan 2024-2026. 

Learn how the Jessica King Scholarship enabled medical student Taylor Glover to complete her degree.  

Three ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃacademics discuss Deep Listening – what is it and who needs it? 

Join the School of Medicine and Psychology for a free viewing of MABO - Life of an Island Man.

A short film about Hozaus Claire, a young Indigenous community leader and artist from the Fitzroy Valley.