This year’s NAIDOC theme Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud, honours the enduring strength and vitality of First Nations culture – with fire a symbol of connection to Country, to each other, and to the rich tapestry of traditions that define Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Each year NAIDOC Week is held in July, to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. From 7 to 14 July this year, learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on Earth.
At Curtin, visit a range of events this NAIDOC Week to learn more about the role you can play towards Reconciliation.
Curtin Library Public Art Tour
11 July 2024 1.00pm-2.00pm
Public artworks installed at Curtin University capture WA’s unique history, from ancient Nyungar songlines to the State’s diverse geology. Tour a series of artworks commissioned from internationally acclaimed contemporary artists.
What are we worth now?
5 July 2024 12.30pm-2.00pm
“To Aboriginal and Islander artists, arts professionals and cultural keepers working at a state, national and international level, the 60/40 vote of NO in November’s Referendum, was no real surprise. So, what now, what are our First Nations peoples worth and to whom? How do Aboriginal and Islander peoples continue to challenge our Australian society about their Truth, their Cultures, their Stories and their lived-experience points of view, when this country clearly still needs this? Why should Aboriginal and Islander people, care?” — Ron Bradfield Jnr
Join host Ron Bradfield Jnr (Community Engagement Coordinator, JCG) and five panelists in the Bankwest Theatre for a panel discussion.
N’yettin-ngal Wagur – Yeye Wongie (Curator and Artists in Conversation)
7 July 2024 12.30pm-2.00pm
On our last Sunday for this exhibition period, join N’yettin-ngal Wagur – Yeye Wongie [Ancestors breath – Today talk] Curator Zali Morgan and artists Brett Nannup and Amanda Bell in conversation with JCG Community Engagement Coordinator Ron Bradfield Jnr. This conversation will reflect on this exhibition, curatorial decision-making and conversations held during its time here at John Curtin Gallery. An opportunity to hear about what is next for this group of early-career Noongar artists.
Story feeds the fire of art making – Talk with Rose Murray
8 July 2024 12.30pm-2.00pm
Join us in The Strelley Mob exhibition to hear from Rose Murray, Nyangumarta woman and artist whose work Our families gathered pearl shell is featured in the exhibition. Rose will speak to the ways Aboriginal people tell stories and share their history.
This talk is a unique opportunity to listen and learn the stories that underlie The Strelley Mob exhibition.
How else can you get involved?
Stay informed
Visit the NAIDOC Week website for resources and online events listings.
Attend events
Take part in NAIDOC Week events near you.
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