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Harmony Day 2024 - Celebrating Holi and Diversity!
Parramatta South Campus - The Hub (PS.EG.G.04)
Western Sydney University Campus, NSW 2116, Australia
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Harmony Day is the celebration that recognises our diversity and brings together Australians from all different backgrounds. It’s about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone. Please come along to celebrate Western's diversity.
This year we are celebrating harmony and diversity, respect and inclusion with a special focus on Holi!
Holi is a Hindu festival that has been celebrated since ancient times. The Holi Festival is celebrated as a way to welcome in spring (or Autumn if you're down under), and also is seen as a new beginning where people can release all their inhibitions and start fresh.
Location: Parramatta South, the Hub PS-EG.G.04
Date: Thursday 21st March 2024
What's on Offer:
4pm to 6pm - Let your Harmony Day creativity shine and participate in painting workshop hosted by Mahan Art Centre. Design your own tote bag, guided by qualified artists.
4pm to 5pm - “What’s in a name”. This is a Cultural Wellbeing Rapid Session co-facilitated by the Mental Health and Wellbeing Team, Equity and Diversity and the We-CALD Network.
5pm to 6pm - Take part in a Tai Chi/Qigong session, led by Next Practice Western Sydney Integrative Health (WSIH).
4pm to 6pm - Snacks provided by Formula SAE and Western VISA.
6pm to 7pm - Join us for a delicious Holi inspired Community Dinner.
7pm to 8pm - Exciting performances by WSU Indian Society, followed by a celebration of Holi and throwing of colours!
Bright neon powder covers revellers in northern India during the annual Hindu celebration called Holi, usually held in March. Known as the festival of colours, Holi is celebrated on the last full moon in the lunar month of Phalguna. This ancient tradition marks the end of a season and honours the triumph of good over evil. Participants light bonfires, throw colourful powder called gulal, eat sweets, and dance to traditional folk music.
All students and staff are welcome to attend this free event.
Please make sure you register your attendance via WesternLife as places are strictly limited.
IMPORTANT: If you intend to participate in Holi and throwing of colours, please wear suitable clothing.
This is a SSAF funded event and is supported by Student Representative Council, Western VISA, Formula SAE, WSU Indian Society, Inclusive Communities, Next Practice Western Sydney Integrative Health (WSIH), Mental Health and Wellbeing, Equity and Diversity, and the We-CALD Network and Mahan Art Centre, Parramatta.
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Co-hosted with: Western Vietnamese International Student Association, Diversity Fest, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Western Sydney Formula SAE, Western Sydney Indian Society
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