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The theme of NAIDOC Week 2024 is ‘Keep the Fire Burning. Blak, Loud and Proud,’ honouring the enduring strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and cultures. Our nation is enriched by amplifying Indigenous voices, engaging with traditions, and telling their stories. NIDA seeks to educate and inspire our community as we nurture the next generation of creative storytellers. "First Nations people understand that fire can burn in different ways: cool or hot. When we express ourselves proudly, we ensure our voices are heard. If we suppress our expressions, anger can build up like the fuel loads on unmanaged country, leading to a destructive, hot fire. A hot fire, like unchecked anger, can be blind to its surroundings, unwittingly destroying everything in its path and hindering future growth. On the other hand, a cool fire burns gently, sees where it’s going and is welcomed by its surroundings. It cleanses and clears obstacles, nurturing an environment where future generations can thrive. By creating pathways for First Nations people to express our stories on the stage, screen and behind the scenes, we can be the fire that burns cool and positively influence our communities.” Director, First Nations and Outreach, Travis Cardona.

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

It's NAIDOC week, and this year's theme is Keep the Fire Burning: Blak, Loud, and Proud. This years theme focuses on celebrating the cultural resilience of First Nations people, their profound connection to the land and traditions, and their pride in their First Nation identity. "It embodies our purpose, calling us to celebrate and honour the strength and vitality of our cultures."   As an organisation, we have been putting to task the recommendations from NAIDOC - here’s three things you can do:    - Check your local council for events: https://lnkd.in/dexeVKVM - If you cannot attend an in-person event, here are other ways to participate: Follow and engage with First Nations creators online, attend online events, and watch movies and shows featuring First Nations stories. Learn the traditional names of the land you live on and its owners. - Follow, like and share some cool people who are posting interesting content, here are some of our favourite current and upcoming leaders:  https://lnkd.in/gy8U6aks  https://lnkd.in/gfmX8dD5   https://lnkd.in/g3_q2HB #NAIDOC24 #BLAK #keepthefireburning #impactinvesting #indigenousknowledges

NAIDOC Week 2024 will be here before we know it, and this year's theme is "Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud." There are also NAIDOC Grants open that might be worthwhile checking out before they close on the 22nd of February 2024. Please see below for more details and information. 😊 #NAIDOC #indigenous #firstnations #indigenousculture

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."]

This NAIDOC Week, how are you and your organisation celebrating NAIDOC Week?❤️ 💛 🖤 Here are some ways you can support NAIDOC Week this year. #oncountrybusiness #indigenousbusiness #NAIDOC2024 #NAIDOCWeek #BlakLoudProud

#InspireInclusion is the theme of #InternationalWomensDay this year and we are proud to be sharing some inspiring words from across the #BuildersMerchants sector today, with the latest from Lucia Di Stazio from the Encon Group #IWD2024 #InspireInclusion

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.