Emphasising the importance of intercultural diversity, dialogue and harmony, World Day for Cultural Diversity celebrates the richness and beauty of cultures around the world. Learning about other philosophies, cuisine and social structures develops and challenges our mind to think outside of what we are used to. To expand our knowledge, we must challenge our thoughts and having a thorough understanding of cultural diversity is the solution. In order to achieve sustainability, peace and success in our globalised world, understanding of other cultures is essential. World Day for Cultural Diversity highlights the need for intercultural recognition, acceptance and acknowledgement at a local and global level.

Our Multicultural Day Program available in all states is a comprehensive workshop with themes culture, language, culture and more. With interactive and engaging activities students will discover the cultures and complexity that makes up the world. Through intercultural understanding students will be equipped in navigating through our culturally diverse world with empathy, compassion and respect.

International Day for Biological Diversity highlights the importance of protecting biological diversity at all costs. This day brings awareness to the diversity not only in plant and animal life but also crops and ecosystems as they equally contribute to the functioning of biological diversity. Unfortunately, species are progressively becoming more at risk of being extinct due to unprecedented rates of loss of biological diversity. Through climate change and other environmental concerns several species and environments continue to be neglected. Humanity depends on the resources that the natural world provides us and it is essential that sustainable development is prioritised.

Our educational and scientific program Hero Ladybirds Galapagos Islands available in Victoria, highlights the importance of a balanced ecosystem. Students learn how one problem leads to many and the consequences it has on species and environments. Ecologist Carolina Zuluaga takes students on an interactive journey to discover the world of ecology through hand puppets and stories.

Africa Day celebrates the cultural diversity of African countries. Celebrated worldwide, it is a day that liberates those from an African heritage helping them to feel empowered to express their pride and identity. With more than 50 countries in the African continent, there is a great variety of languages, histories, cuisines to explore.

Cultural Infusion offers many programs discovering African cultures. Our Doudoumba Drumming program available in Australian Capital Territory and New South Wales shares the wonders of the Djembe and Dunun instruments from West Africa. With catchy beats, students learn the rhythms and melodies associated with African music. Similarly, our West African Dance & Music showcases traditional and modern music from West Africa. Students from Victoria participate in interactive activities while learning the cultural significance behind the dance and music.

Sharing similar rhythmic beats, Rhythms and Instruments of West Africa uses a variety of instruments including dun dun drums, shekere, balafon and more! Students have the opportunity to play these instruments and learn new sounds from West African music. This program is available in Victoria, Queensland and Western Australia in person and virtual in all other states.

National Sorry Day, also known as National Day of Healing, commemorates the forced removal of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from their families. With families grieving, cultures destroyed, languages fading this day acknowledges the harm caused to First Nations peoples. Intergenerational trauma exists till this day and no reparations can ever bring back the harm caused in the past. However, as a nation we can aim to commit to a national responsibility to continue to reflect and evaluate the need for continuous rectification of such an appalling and horrendous time in Australian history.

At Cultural Infusion we offer numerous programs that discover the beauty of Indigenous Australia. Our Aboriginal Culture for A Day with Gene Blow is a tremendous program filled with history, art and dance. Elder Gene Blow, shares his heritage and experience living in Queensland as a Noonuccal man from Minjerribah. This program is available face-to-face in Queensland and virtual for all other states. Following in similar footsteps, son of Gene Blow, Djarrin Blow shares a terrific insight to Indigenous culture through storytelling, music and dance. Our Aboriginal Culture for A Day with Djarrin Blow available in Victoria and virtually, is a comprehensive, immersive and interactive program that has a range of engaging activities for students to participate in. Students learn boomerang throwing, didgeridoo and more.

Similarly, Indigenous Infusion with Larry Brandy is a moving program that shares stories, history and art. Larry Brandy, being an Aboriginal storyteller, discusses the beauty of Wiradjuri culture and how it has shaped his values and understanding of life. Students learn the importance of the environment and nature in Wiradjuri culture and discover long-standing traditions. This program is available in the Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales and virtual for all other states.