NAIDOC Week 2024
NAIDOC Week is a time to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, achievements and history. This year’s theme, ‘Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud’, encourages First Nations peoples to share their stories and wisdoms with pride. We’ve pulled together some of our favourite videos and articles by Blak, loud and proud creators, so you can learn from their incredible stories and help to keep the fire burning!
NAIDOC Week: Listen, learn and celebrate!
Learn why NAIDOC Week is celebrated each year, and how you can get involved.
Connecting with your Aboriginal culture through dance
Wangkatha man Samuel (Wirrdapi) Stubbs shares how dance has helped him and his family connect to culture.
Becca Hatch on being a role model
Becca Hatch reflects on the two cultures in her life, and what this means for young Australians and the music industry.
How Taliah pushed back against Indigenous stereotypes and statistics
Taliah shares how she chose to write her own story instead of falling into painful stereotypes, and how she took care of herself in the process.
Sancia shares what her Aboriginal culture means to her
In this short story named Totem, year 10 student Sancia Ridgeway explores the importance of her family and culture.
All game, no shame: How to bounce back with confidence
Hear from proud Wangkatha man Ben Stubbs on why being confident and believing in yourself makes it easier to handle tough times.
Mob mindfulness: How to care for yourself while honouring your culture
Hear from Darug/Dharawal woman and mental health expert Jenny Holmes on how to practise mob mindfulness and strengthen your connection to Country.
How to stay strong
Four First Nations content creators share what staying strong means to them, and offer some tips for other mob on how to stay strong.
Sonboy yarns about his goals and role models
Aboriginal rapper Sonboy reflects on his childhood growing up in Redfern, 'The Block,' his role models and how he gained the confidence to focus on his music.
Outback Tom yarns with mob about being a good ally
Yorta Yorta man Tom Forrest aka Outback Tom yarns with First Nations folks about how allies can actively participate in reconciliation and be there for mob.
Why yarning matters
Yarning and storytelling has been supporting First Nations wellbeing for thousands of years. Hear from Phoebe about why it’s so important for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to have a yarn when they need it.
Ways to connect with community if you’re a First Nations young person
Wondering how to connect with your community? Jacob shares his top tips for ways to get involved and learn more.