National Aboriginal and Islander children's day (4 August annually)

• Reach:

  National

• Focus area:

  Indigenous

• Status:

  Current

• Evaluated:

  No

Overview

The Secretariat of National Aboriginal and Islander Child Care (SNAICC) organise this day each year, to raise awareness of the significance of providing a safe, nurturing, and healthy environment for Indigenous children. The aim of the day is to enhance family relationships which can lead to positive consequences for the wellbeing, self-esteem, sense of belonging and resilience of Indigenous children. To facilitate these outcomes the importance of culture for young children is emphasised.

Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet abstract

Contacts

SNAICC
PO Box 1445
Fitzroy North Vic 3068
Ph:(03) 9489 8099
Fax:(03) 9489 8044
Email: snaicc@vicnet.net.au

Links

• View information: National Aboriginal and Islander Children’s Day
• View website: Secretariat of National Aboriginal and Islander Child Care