SUPPORTER SPRING 2019
Moving towards reconciliation National Reconciliation Week
Tauondi Aboriginal College, Life Without Barriers and Uniting SA to host the annual ‘Rec in the West’ event. ‘Rec in the West’ brings the community together in an engaging environment and encourages people to celebrate
encourages us to come together and explore how we can all take part in the journey towards reconciliation. The theme this year was ‘Grounded in Truth: Walk Together with Courage’, that speaks to our need to talk truthfully about our shared history and heal wounds of the past. This is something that is not easy for many to do and which takes considerable courage, but is necessary if we are to move forward in the spirit of Makarrata*. During National Reconciliation Week, AnglicareSA once again joined with
* Makaratta is a complex Yolngu word describing a process of
conflict resolution, peacemaking and justice
Aboriginal history and culture through interactive activities such as dance, music, food and art. Events like this are an excellent opportunity to share Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture with the local community.
It’s a friendly business The Child Friendly Business Awards are an AnglicareSA Communities for Children (CfC) Onkaparinga initiative. The awards recognise businesses in the City of Onkaparinga who support As part of the nomination process, community members comment on business’s child friendly practices:
This year 20 local businesses were recognised with an award. There are more than 100 CfC recognised child friendly businesses in the local area, so keep an eye out for the CfC ‘We Are Child Friendly’ signage identifying these businesses. Congratulations and thanks to everyone involved. CfC is funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services.
“Makes a real effort to connect with all her customers and provides a family friendly service second to none” “A business that supports the community and especially all types of children’s sport” “The environment is welcoming and colourful and brings a sense of peace and safety to all who enter”
children and families by creating welcoming and respectful business environments. Each year families and children are invited to nominate their local child friendly business for an award – this year more than 80 nominations were received.
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