National Reconciliation Week

At Griffith, we recognise that reconciliation is everybody’s business

Griffith’s Reconciliation Statement acknowledges that reconciliation is a shared process where every student and staff member have a role to play in effecting positive change in building a better, more inclusive Australia. We hold ourselves accountable to the belief that reconciliation is everybody’s business.

National Reconciliation Week is a time to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving Reconciliation in Australia.

The dates for NRW remain the same each year; 27 May to 3 June. These dates commemorate two significant milestones in the reconciliation journey—the successful 1967 referendum, and the High Court Mabo decision respectively.

National Reconciliation Week

Learn about the history and significance of National Reconciliation Week, and download resources for you to use and share.

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2026 theme— All In

The theme for 2026, All In, is a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every day. This theme is a reminder that reconciliation is everybody's business; that reconciliation will not happen by itself and will not happen without all of us.

The #NRW2026 theme artwork was created by Gumbaynggirr/Bundjalung artist Otis Hope Carey, who applied his distinctive style to create a colourful and optimistic visual representation of people from all walks of life being 'all in' to make change.

We encourage the Griffith University community to be All In by organising their own meaningful events and actions that embody the 2026 National Reconciliation Week theme.

Attend a Griffith National Reconciliation Week event

Are we All In? Is the reconciliation movement fit for purpose?

On National Sorry Day, Griffith University held an important conversation on the state of reconciliation in Australia.

With "All In" being the call to action for National Reconciliation Week 2026, this panel asked whether we are genuinely moving forward—or standing still. Together, the discussion explored what's working, where challenges remain, and what needs to change if we are to move beyond intention and symbolism toward change.

The session provided a space to listen, reflect, and consider what being all in asks of each of us.

The event was opened by Vice Chancellor Professor Carolyn Evans and facilitated by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Indigenous), Angela Barney-Leitch.

Guest panelists

Edward Monaei OAM: Chief Executive Officer, First Nations Government Relations, Training & Personnel Australia.
Professor Brydie‑Leigh Bartleet FAHA: Deputy Director (Research) at the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University.
Professor AJ Brown AM: School of Government and International Relations at Griffith University.

When: Tuesday 26 May 2026, 9.30-11am

Where: Hub Link (L07), Collaboration room 3.02, Logan or via the livestream.

Reconciliation Week Concert

Join us as we mark National Reconciliation Week with this special event.

Find out more: about this free event

When: Tuesday 26 May 2026, 12:30pm

Where: Foyer on level 2, Queensland Conservatorium, 140 Grey St, South Brisbane

Walk and Talk

The Walk and Talk is back in 2026! Join us for this two and a half kilometre walk from the top of the Johnson Path (closest to building N12), which will culminate at the yarning circle.

When: Monday 1 June 2026, 9:3am for 9:45am start

Where: top of the Johnson Path (closest to building N12), Brisbane South (Nathan)

Register: for more information and to receive a calendar invite

Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art: see Archie Moore's kith and kin

Join the Griffith Business School for a tour of kith and kin, the powerful and award-winning artwork by First Peoples artist Archie Moore, currently on display at QAGOMA.

This is an opportunity to spend time together engaging with the artwork and reflecting on First Peoples' perspectives, story, kinship and history.

When: Tuesday 2 June 2026, 10:45am, tour from 11am to midday

Where: Meet outside the GOMA shop (Stanley Place)

Register: to secure your place on the tour and receive a calendar invite

Share your NRW Event

Organise a meaningful event and help bring National Reconciliation Week to life.

Grow your knowledge and understanding by enrolling in a Griffith University Cultural Humility workshop (Griffith staff only)
Design your own meaningful Acknowledgement of Country by learning about the Traditional Custodians of the unceded lands upon which you live, work and play.
Learn some local First Peoples language and use it in your everyday life.
Discuss systemic barriers to First Peoples students at Griffith in your teams and act upon any recommendations.
Read and watch First Peoples stories, books, literature, television series and movies. Expand your knowledge by joining or hosting a Reconciliation Book or Film Club session during NRW.
Check out the NRW events calendar and attend a local event, gathering, exhibition or First Peoples tour or experience.
Register your choir or group to participate in Voices for Reconciliation, singing the Beds are Burning by Midnight Oil.

Need some inspiration for your NRW event? Read Reconciliation Australia's guide to NRW events.

National Sorry Day

National Sorry Day is held every year on May 26 to recognise the Stolen Generations and acknowledge the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People who were forcibly removed from their homes and communities.

Check out the 2026 Sorry Day panel event "Are we All In?" which explored the current reconciliation movement in Australia. Our expert panel discussed what's working, where challenges remain, and what needs to change if we are to move beyond intention and symbolism toward change.