National Reconciliation Week (NRW) runs from 27 May to 3 June each year and is 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 theme for 2021, More than a word. Reconciliation takes action, urges the reconciliation movement towards braver and more impactful action.

Events

Every year workplaces, schools, early learning services, community groups, reconciliation groups, and people right across the country host a whole range of events.

From awards to webinars, virtual and in-person events we all find our best ways to build awareness, knowledge and action for National Reconciliation Week 2021.

Search for Event ideas for your school / early childhood service or create your own event and add it to the National Reconciliation Week website.

Posters and Resources

National Reconciliation Week teaching and learning ideas. These teaching and learning ideas are for early childhood, primary and secondary school students. It is up to you as teachers and early childhood teachers to determine how to make the ideas relevant and suitable for your class. 

Remember these are just a few ideas, have fun trying them and modifying them for your learners and context.

Download the National Reconciliation Week 2021 digital resources and posters.

Read more about the 2021 National Reconciliation Week theme graphics, drawn from the artwork Action by Jessica Johnson a descendent of the Warumungu/Wombaya people north of Tennant Creek.

Find out more about the 20 year history of reconciliation in Australia.