Harmony day is managed by the Department of Emigration and Citizenship (DIAC). It was launched in 1999, and originally involved primary-school aged children and community groups. Over the years, the event has been expanded to involve the wider community. Harmony Day is celebrated on 21st March in Australia, coinciding with the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Harmony day is an opportunity for everyone to come together and participate in local activities.
Harmony day’s message is ‘Everyone belongs’. It is about community participation, inclusiveness, celebrating diversity, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone – celebrating the cultures that make Australia a great place to live. The colour which was chosen to represent Harmony Day is orange. Australians are encouraged to wear something orange to show their support for cultural diversity.
In 2012, the theme for harmony day is Sport - play, engage, inspire, recognising the important role and positive influence that sport has in Australia. The aim was to encourage everyone, regardless of background, to participated in the sports activities, increased understanding and to be inspired.
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