Each year during the first week of July, everyone is invited to celebrate the histories, cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people during NAIDOC Week.
This year, NAIDOC Week marks a powerful milestone: 50 years of honoring and elevating Indigenous voices, culture, and resilience. The 2025 theme, The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy celebrates not only the achievements of the past but the bright future ahead, empowered by the strength of Indigenous young leaders, the vision of communities, and the legacy of their ancestors.
The NAIDOC journey began as a movement for recognition and rights, sparked by Indigenous communities who saw a future built on justice and equality. Over the decades, it has grown into a powerful national celebration, a testament to the enduring strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
With every story shared, every act of resilience remembered, and every cultural practice celebrated, a legacy is honoured that reaches far into the past and extends into the future.
This year, the National NAIDOC Committee has taken an important step toward independence, embracing self-determination as a model for the next generation.
From a solid foundation, the next generation will rise inspired by a shared vision, and committed to building a legacy of unity, respect, and self-determination for all.
Each NAIDOC Week reinforces our vision for an Australia where Indigenous voices are not only heard but lead the way.
To get involved in local events, visit the NAIDOC website.
