What is National Sorry Day?
The other significant day around Reconciliation Week is National Sorry Day.
Every year on 26 May, National Sorry Day remembers and acknowledges the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who were forcibly removed from their families and communities, which we now know as ‘The Stolen Generations’.
National Sorry Day is a day to acknowledge the strength of Stolen Generations Survivors and reflect on how we can all play a part in the healing process for our people and nation.
While this date carries great significance for the Stolen Generations and other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, it is also commemorated by Australians right around the country.
Discussing the Stolen Generations with Young Children
The Healing Foundation has some excellent resources to help teachers discuss the Stolen Generations with young children, including lesson plans and videos.
