What is National Reconciliation Week?
National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to reflect on our shared histories and relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation.
The week is framed by the anniversaries of two significant milestones in our reconciliation journey - the successful 1967 Referendum (27 May) and the High Court Mabo decision (3 June).
The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2023 is Be a Voice for Generations.
This encourages all Australians to be a voice for reconciliation in tangible ways in our everyday lives – where we live, work and socialise.
For the work of generations past, and the benefit of generations future, let’s choose to create a more just, equitable and reconciled country for all.
National Reconciliation Week 2023: Events in Victoria
See the calendar of Reconciliation Victoria events here.
Local Reconciliation Groups
- Geelong One Fire
When: Sunday 28 May, 10am - 3pm
Where: Johnston Park, Geelong
- Nillumbik Reconciliation Group
When: Sunday 28 May, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Where: Eltham Community and Reception Centre
University and Education Events
- National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation and Practice
First Nations Voice to Parliament Campus Dialogues
Multiple Events:
Monday 29 May, 2pm - 3pm at Ballarat
Tuesday 30 May, 2pm- 3pm at Gippsland
Thursday 1 June, 12-1pm Berwick
Community Events
- The Long Walk
Reconciliation Victoria and Reconciliation Australia stall.
When: Sat 20 May, 12pm - 5:30pm
Where: Alexandra Gardens, Naarm
- Reconciliation Week BBQ
Barrbunin Beek Aboriginal Gathering Place
When: Wed 3 May, 2023 12.30pm-2pm
Where: 65 Catalina St, Heidelberg West VIC
- Reconciliation Week Family Day
Barrbunin Beek Aboriginal Gathering Place
When: Sat 3 June, 10-1.30pm
Where: 65 Catalina St, Heidelberg West VIC
Local Government Events
- Macedon Ranges Shire Council
Truth-telling with Yoorrook Justice Commission
When: Tues 30 May, 7pm - 9pm
Where: Kyneton Town Hall
- Merri-bek Council
When: Sun 28 May, 12pm - 3pm
Where: Ballerrt Mooroop Ceremonial Site, Glenroy
- Maroondah City Council
Maroondah Celebrates Reconciliation
When: Friday 2 June, 10am-12pm
Where: Ringwood Town Hall
To register your event or find one nearby you, visit Reconciliation Australia's NRW Calendar.
For further information on NRW 23, visit Reconciliation Australia's website.
Keep up to date with Reconciliation Victoria's activity on our social media pages.
