Harmony Day Proceedings

Abstract

Harmony Day (21st March) coincides with the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. It is nationally promoted and supported by the Department of Immigration and the Council for Multicultural Australia. The Council for Multicultural Australia was established in July 2000. The fundamental objective of this Council is to facilitate Australian multiculturalism. The promotion and formation of a Harmony Day Organising Committee and the organisation of the Harmony Day Conference in Armidale, held on Saturday, March 23rd, is an indication of the cultural awareness of our community. I feel privileged to have been a part of these activities that have provided us with a unique opportunity to participate and contribute to the evolution of a future 'global civilisation' - one referred to by all traditional cultures and philosophers.