Australia

An Acknowledgement of Country is a statement that pays respect to the Traditional Custodians of the Country that we are learning on, and recognises their ongoing relationship with Country. 

At ESLwithDANA, we acknowledge Australia's Indigenous peoples, as the traditional custodians of this beautiful country we call Australia, and that sovereignty was never ceded. We extend our respect to all Yugambeh people, and Elders past, present, and emerging. 

Prepare

Which First Nations Country or Nation was your school built upon? 

Activate

 ABC article  - how to write an Acknowledgement of Country, and why it is important. 

Engage

 Students write an Acknowledgement of Country for our school. 

If you are unsure contact a local First Nations organisation to find out. You might like to start with the NSW Aboriginal Land Council and the Aboriginal Education Consultative Group.

Source: Unsettled learning journey: Primary (australian.museum)