Harmony Day and
Harmony Day
Harmony Day, which is observed each year on March 21, celebrates this diversity, aiming to foster inclusiveness, respect, and the idea that people of all different cultures can make a valuable contribution to society. We all have something interesting and authentic to bring to the table. And our society is stronger, richer, and more interesting because of this.
2. What is the "message “of Harmony Day?
The message of Harmony Day is ‘everyone belongs’, the Day aims to engage people to participate in their community, respect cultural and religious diversity and foster a sense of belonging for everyone.
3. What is the official colour for the day?
Orange is the official colour of Harmony Day.
4. What does the colour stand for / why was this colour chosen?
Traditionally, the colour orange is associated with social communication and stimulating two-way conversations. A warm and inviting colour, it motivates people to think and have a meaningful talk.
It also relates to the freedom of thoughts, ideas and encouraging people to develop mutual respect. The colour orange is taken as a symbol of a change in attitude from racism and discrimination to understanding, peace and harmony.
With all the attributes that the colour orange signifies, people are encouraged to wear the colour orange to show their support for cultural diversity and inclusiveness on Harmony Day since it was first celebrated in Australia in 1999.
5. What other important international day shares the day with Harmony Day? What connection do these days have with each other?
Australia’s Harmony Day, March 21 which celebrates the country’s cultural diversity. It coincides with the United Nations’ International Day of the Elimination OF Racial Discrimination.
Although celebrating harmony and eliminating racial discrimination represent different sentiments, they are 2 sides of the same coin. We cannot eradicate racism without fostering multiculturalism and social cohesion, and vice versa.
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