Dinjerra Primary School in Braybrook is gearing up for its annual Harmony Day celebrations, and this year promises to be as vibrant and meaningful as ever.
With the theme of inclusivity and cultural diversity at its core, the school is hosting a poetry slam as part of its term-long ’Who We Are’ concept unit.
Each year level from prep to Grade 6 is exploring the theme through tailored curriculum units on family and identity. The units, titled ’My Family and Me’, ’Our Unique Families’ and ’Who We Are’, are designed to help students reflect on their identities while fostering a deeper understanding of the cultural tapestry of the surrounding community.
Situated in one of Melbourne’s most multicultural suburbs, Harmony Day is particularly significant at Dinjerra Primary where the student cohort reflects the ethnic and cultural diversity of Braybrook and the broader Maribyrnong and Brimbank municipalities.
A spokesperson for Dinjerra Primary said while the day served as a chance for the school to celebrate that diversity and promote inclusivity, these efforts extended well beyond just March 21.
“Harmony Day is an extension of what we do daily – celebrating cultural diversity and teaching students the importance of belonging and mutual respect,” said the school spokesperson.
“We aim to instill values of empathy, respect, and inclusivity in our students.“
Harmony Day takes place on Friday, March 21 and is part of Harmony Week from March 17 to 23.
For more information, visit: https://www.harmony.gov.au/
