St Michael's Catholic Parish Primary School Nowra
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Nowra NSW 2541
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National Apology to the Stolen Generations

On Sunday 13th February, Australia commemorates the 14th anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations.
In 2008, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd presented this apology in the Australian Parliament which was a momentous occasion of recognition and reconciliation in our nation's history.  On Sunday 13th February 2022, Australia commemorates the 14th anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations.
In 2008, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd presented this apology in the Australian Parliament which was a momentous occasion of recognition and reconciliation in our nation's history.
It was a moment of solidarity and empathy that could be shared by everybody who heard it.
National Apology Day is a day to remember and pray for the children who were taken away from their families and homes and commit to right the wrongs of past injustices and build a bridge of respect between all people.
As a system of schools we are committed to walking together with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander sisters and brothers in a spirit of reconciliation.
One way of expressing this commitment is to acknowledge this apology in our school communities.
It was a moment of solidarity and empathy that could be shared by everybody who heard it.
National Apology Day is a day to remember and pray for the children who were taken away from their families and homes and commit to right the wrongs of past injustices and build a bridge of respect between all people.
St. Michael's is committed to walking together with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander sisters and brothers in a spirit of reconciliation.
One way of expressing this commitment is acknowledging in our school community this apology through prayer and discussion.
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