Community groups and not-for-profit organisations throughout Lake Macquarie are encouraged to apply for funding to assist in hosting events for NAIDOC Week 2020.
Lake Macquarie Council is offering grants of up to $750 for the creation of cultural projects and events that aim to increase community awareness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander achievements, culture and heritage.
“NAIDOC Week plays an integral role in educating the wider community about the longest living culture on the planet, and helps promote reconciliation,” Council’s Aboriginal Community Development Officer Maree Edwards said.said.
“This year’s theme ‘Always Was, Always Will Be’, recognises that First Nation people lived on and cared for this country for over 65,000 years. Applicants are encouraged to create cultural activities that reflect our First Nation people’s ongoing spiritual and cultural connections to the land and water.”
Due to COVID-19, this year’s NAIDOC Week had to be moved from its original date of 5-12 July to 8 -15 November.
Successful applicants must host their project or event in Lake Macquarie and adhere to NSW Government COVID-19 health guidelines.
Applications are open now until Monday 17 August. Head here to download an application form.
Head here for more info on NAIDOC Week 2020.
