Resources

=This page is for people to share resources which they have used for Aboriginal Education.=

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=Aboriginal Education and Training Policy= plus some extra statistics

=Acknowledgement of Country=

Welcome to Country / Acknowledgement of Country

When should they be used?

A "Welcome to Country" is where the Traditional Aboriginal Custodians (in most cases the Elders) welcome people to their Land. This is a significant recognition and is made through a formal process. The "Welcome to Country" is conducted by a representative (or representatives) of the local Aboriginal Custodians who welcome those in attendance to their Country. Protocols in relation to the performing of a "Welcome to Country" Ceremony are wide and diverse and can vary according to region and locality. A "Welcome to Country" may consist of a single speech by the representative of the local Aboriginal community, or it can also include a performance of some description (which will vary according to region and locality). Performances can include a Traditional Welcoming Song, a Traditional Dance, didjeridoo performance or a combination of any of the above. It is important that the Aboriginal representatives are comfortable with the arrangements that should be mutually negotiated and it is important to note that the NSW AECG Inc. endorses the notion that the performing of a "Welcome to Country" ceremony is a right of the local Aboriginal Custodians and not a privilege.

"Acknowledgement of Country" is a way that the wider community can demonstrate respect for Aboriginal protocol and can be performed by any party that is participating in an occasion of any kind. An "Acknowledgement of Country" can be performed by both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples. It is a demonstration of respect dedicated to the Traditional Custodians of the Land and or Sea where the gathering of participants is being conducted. "Acknowledgement of Country" is a respectful and yet not difficult practice to engage in. Acknowledgement of Country is a respectful means of Acknowledging that the event, meeting, school function, etc. is taking place on the Country of the Traditional Custodians.



=**Reading to Learn units**=





=**Wiradjuri Language powerpoints**=



=**Readings**=

= = =Units of work linked to Dust Echoes=