World Indigenous Peoples Day (9 August) was first proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in December 1994, to be celebrated every year during the first International Decade of the World's Indigenous People (1995 – 2004).
Join the UQ community in celebrating both the traditional and modern experiences of Indigenous cultures from around the world.
On this day, people from around the world are encouraged to spread the UN’s message on the protection and promotion of the rights of indigenous peoples.
UQLife is partnering with Student Associations, UQ South Pacific Islander Association and UQ African Students Association, along with community partners to bring you a program of performances, workshops and delicacies throughout the day.
Registrations are essential for all workshops and places are strictly limited.
Check out the full program
Great Court, St Lucia campus
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 9.55am | Official Opening and Welcome |
| 10am |
Marvi Sunga |
| 10.30am |
Workshops
Registrations essential. |
| 11am |
African Drumming Workshop |
| 11.30am |
Workshops
Registrations essential. |
| 12pm |
Cutlural Performance |
| 12.30pm |
Jazz and Afro Beat Performance |
| 12.30pm |
Workshops
Registrations essential. |
| 1pm |
Performance |
| 5.30-7.30pm |
BOY Registrations essential |
Online program
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 4pm |
Mu'ooz Cooking Class |
Live on Facebook |
| 6pm |
Hula Active Cultural Dance Class Registrations essential |
Online Class via Zoom |
COVID Safe Events
All events and spaces are operating in line with current guidelines. We ask that you please practice social distancing at all times and if you have travelled in the last 14 days, been in contact with someone with COVID-19, or if you are feeling unwell or experiencing COVID-19 or flu-like symptoms, please stay at home. Where relevant, you will be required to provide your contact details for contact tracing purposes.
