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This year’s NAIDOC Week will again celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, with the theme of “Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud”. ANZSOG acknowledges the importance of NAIDOC Week as a celebration which honours First Nations peoples and reminds us of the importance of our own journey to become a culturally competent organisation, making a positive contribution to First Nations policy and public administration. Held across Australia from 7-14 July 2024, this year’s NAIDOC Week recognises the enduring strength and vitality of First Nations culture – with fire as a symbol of connection to Country, to each other, and to the rich tapestry of traditions that define Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. In NAIDOC week, and throughout the year, ANZSOG stands with the First Nations of Australia and supports aspirations for a just and equitable relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and for First Nations communities to have control over their own lives. Despite the progress we have made, there are still many structural and cultural changes that need to happen within public services to make this a reality, and we are proud that ANZSOG is working to help make those changes happen.

The Kleinfelder team took time to acknowledge NAIDOC week and the importance of celebrating the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The team participated in events to learn more about First Nations culture, investigated and presented ways to promote and foster increased Indigenous participation in our industry, and incorporated conscious supply changes to our business. All with the aim of learning how to be the best ally we can be.   This NAIDOC week we at Kleinfelder continue to make conscious focused changes and challenge ourselves to learn and do more; for we believe even today’s smaller deliberate changes can become the instinctive strides forward of tomorrow. #NAIDOC2024

Another successful NAIDOC week has come to end, this year’s theme centred around the resilience of First Nations people, emphasising on our enduring connection to the land, culture, and community. These words "Keep the Fire Burning, Blak, Loud & Proud” highlight the importance of cultural pride, resilience, and community solidarity. The importance of ongoing support and commitment to First Nations people, rather than just acknowledging them for a specific period like one week out of the year, encouraging consistent support and initiatives with First Nations consultation that ignite positive change are crucial. It's about maintaining authentic efforts and not just temporary gestures.

Very useful panel discussion on Neuro-inclusive Language & Communications as part of #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek. Once again, ‘keep it simple’ was a recurring message, and the checklist of good approaches (using visualisations, chunking information, clearly structuring content, avoiding idiomatic language etc) will help make comms clearer for neurodiverse and non-neurodiverse audiences alike. Also interesting to hear how AI can be a useful tool to simplify and summarise information. #AccessibleCommunications #NeuroInclusiveLanguage #Neurodiversity

Celebrating NAIDOC Week 2024: A Story of Healing through Art This NAIDOC Week, we celebrate the amazing journey of Kylie and David Hill and their family. Years ago, they started a business that uses art to connect with communities across Australia having collaborated with communities and organisations in Queensland, NSW, and Victoria. For them, art is not just creative—it's a way to heal and share their culture. Kylie shares First Nations tribes used art to share important messages. They didn’t write letters and used symbols and drawings to tell stories. Whether it was about a birth, a hunt, or a special event, these drawings were their way of communicating. Today, Kylie, David and their family keep this tradition alive through their business, sharing their heritage with everyone. At Bunzl, we are proud to have Kylie’s family create the artwork for our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan. This partnership is about more than just art—it's about building strong relationships and working together as one. NAIDOC Week isn’t just one week of the year. It is important we celebrate the culture, stories, and connections that we honour every single day of First Nations peoples and communities. #NAIDOC2024 #ArtAndHealing #Reconciliation #Bunzl #FirstNations #CulturalStories #ReconcilationActionPlan

I joined this webinar yesterday and found in very insightful. Some lovely quotes in slider below illustrate some of the talking points. As a communicator it is important to understand your audiences need and to use simple language. #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek

NAIDOC Week commemorates the rich history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. BG&E stands among over 1,100 organisations committed to reconciliation through the RAP program, a framework supporting the national reconciliation movement since 2006. Through our Reflect RAP, BG&E deepens its understanding and actively contributes to the five dimensions of reconciliation: race relations, equality and equity, institutional integrity, unity, and historical acceptance. By engaging in NAIDOC Week activities like cultural events and initiatives showcasing Indigenous art, BG&E honours First Nations people's heritage and fosters greater cultural understanding within our workplace and the broader community. This commitment lays a robust foundation for future RAPs and reconciliation efforts, playing a pivotal role in advancing Australia's reconciliation journey. Explore more about our initiatives and commitments. 🔗https://ow.ly/Khgq50SvCV7 #NAIDOCWeekAustralia #BGEEngineering #NRW2024 

Through the Young Humanist Faces project, Young Humanists International is spotlighting young humanists worldwide working tirelessly on the frontlines to shape the future and their contributions to the global humanist movement. When we think of modern-day humanist leaders and activists, we always think of people who made a difference when they were well into adulthood. But young people can—and often do—make a significant impact on their communities. Read more at https://lnkd.in/dzPyJFBe

NAIDOC Week is a vital time for celebrating and honouring the richness of the cultures, histories, and achievements of First Nations people. However, the true measure of leadership is shown in the actions taken beyond this week. Real commitment to reconciliation and inclusion is demonstrated through consistent, meaningful actions that drive positive change. It’s about integrating these values into everyday practices and decisions, ensuring that the respect and recognition of First Nations communities are woven into the fabric of our organisations and society. Leadership is about more than just words—it’s about taking concrete steps to support better education, employment, housing, and health outcomes for First Nations people. It’s about listening, learning, and actively working towards a more inclusive and equitable future. #Leadership #NAIDOCWeek #Reconciliation #FirstNations #InclusiveFuture #RAPConsultant #MeaningfulActions #EverydayCommitment #PositiveChange #DiversityAndInclusion [Image description: Quote from Dixie Crawford: "As a leader, it is not what you say during NAIDOC Week but what you do next week that tells us all who you really are."]