Multicultural March and Harmony Day Activities

Camden Council acknowledges, promotes and supports cultural diversity in our local community through organising and promoting activities and events during Multicultural March and Harmony Week 18-24 March 2024 which also celebrates around Harmony Day (21 March each year). 

Multicultural March is an initiative of the NSW State Government and is a symbol of its determination to foster a society where everyone can make a commitment to our community and economy. 

Harmony Day is an initiative of the Federal Government and is an opportunity for all Australians to celebrate living in a culturally diverse society, to say no to racism and to re-commit to the values of harmony. This is an ideal opportunity for the Camden community to come together to celebrate and recognise its cultural diversity.

Camden Council's Cohesive Communities Reference Group celebrates Harmony Week in March by supporting a diverse range of activities for all to enjoy.

Initiatives that will be delivered over the course of the month are:

  • Activation Corner

Corner Argyle and John Street will have a ‘Harmony Week’ display from 15/03/2024 – 21/03/2024.

  • Online awareness and educational Harmony Week messaging

Raising awareness and providing information about the significance of orange

  • Paint the Town REaD Cultural Book List delivered.

The Story Time booklist will be shared with children and families 18-24 March.

  • Harmony Day Messaging on Council’s online platforms
  • Camden Libraries

Camden Libraries will celebrate Multicultural March with folk tales from around the world and bilingual storytime for children aged 3 to 5 years.

Folk Tales:

Folk tales from around the world: Enjoy an interactive storytelling session and hear amazing tales from around the world.

When: Tuesday 5 March, 11am

Where: Narellan Library

Bilingual Storytimes:

Enjoy fantastic stories and songs in English and community languages!

Arabic

When: Thursday 7 March, 10am

Where: Oran Park Library

Nepalese

When: Friday 22 March, 10am

Where: Camden Library

  • Youth Community BBQ

Join our Youth Community BBQ from 3pm. Drop in from 3.30pm, connect with Youth Services and find out what’s happening in Camden. Halal options available at this event.

Where: Julia Reserve Youth and Community Centre, Oran Park

When: Wednesday 20 March

Time: 3pm

Cost: Free

  • Camden Cultures Concert and Dinner

A showcase and celebration of the diversity of our community will be shown through performance, art, and a taste of culture.

Where: Julia Reserve Youth and Community Centre, Oran Park

 When: Friday 22 March 2024

Time: 7-9pm

SOLD OUT- join the wait list:

https://camden-events.bookable.net.au/#!/event-detail/ev_1cb8b87465464d8dbe1247eeef142972

 

For further information about Multicultural March and Harmony Week activities, contact Camden Council on 13 CAMDEN.