NAIDOC Week

What dates are NAIDOC week?

• June 23rd - 30th

• July 4th - 11th

• March 21 - 28th

• September 1st - 7th

What does the yellow circle in the Aboriginal flag represent?

• indigenous culture

• it doesn't represent anything.

• community gatherings.

• the sun, giver of life and protector.

Why is NAIDOC week significant?

• it improves Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islander peoples mental health.

• it celebrates the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

• it brings the community together.

What is 'close the gap' all about?

• closing the health and life expectancy gaps.

• bringing Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-indigenous Australians together.

• Equalising the disadvantages between both groups.

When did the 'close the gap' campaign start?

• September 2015

• November 2011

• April 2007

• August 2003

How can we celebrate NAIDOC week?

• Hold a flag raising ceremony

• Display Indigenous posters

• Visit local Indigenous sites of significance or interest

• All of the above

What does NAIDOC stand for?

• National Aborigines and Islander Day Observance Committee

• National Australians Day of Community

• National Aboriginal and Indigenous Day Observance Committee

Which state was the first to allow both Aboriginal men and women the right to vote?

• Western Australia

• New South Wales

• Queensland

• South Australia

What is the theme for NAIDOC Week in 2021?

• Because of her, we can.

• VOICE. TREATY. TRUTH

• Always Was, Always Will be

• Heal Country

What state or territory has the highest population of Aboriginal people?

• Queensland

• New South Wales

• Northern Territory

• Tasmania