Cultivating Inclusion

At Lyndhurst Primary School, equity is upheld and diverse needs are respected in policy and practice.

This month, the September dates to celebrate from our cultural calendar travel the world with exciting and significant events. 

September 7 - FATHER'S DAY

Australia

Father's Day was inaugurated in the United States in the early 20th century to complement Mother's Day in celebrating fathers, fathering, and fatherhood.

The first Sunday of September is celebrated as Father's Day in Australia. It is a day to say thanks and show appreciation for fathers and father figures.

September 11 - R U OKAY DAY

Australia

R U OK? is a national suicide prevention charity and registered public health promotion that encourages people to stay connected and have conversations that can help others through difficult times. 

https://www.ruok.org.au/r-u-ok-day 

September 17 - AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP DAY

Australia

Citizenship Day was introduced in 2001. It is an opportunity for all Australians to celebrate and value Australian citizenship, the peaceful, prosperous and inclusive society we share, and to reflect on our role in building our nation and shaping our country's future as proud Australian citizens.

Celebrating Australian citizenship in schools

September 21 - INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE

International

The International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by the United Nations General Assembly. Two decades later, in 2001, the General Assembly unanimously voted to designate the Day as a period of non-violence and cease-fire. The 2025 Global Peace Day Theme is Act Now for a Peaceful World.

https://www.un.org/en/observances/international-day-peace 

https://internationaldayofpeace.org/ 

September 28 - DURGA PUJA

India

Durga Puja, a major Hindu festival, will be celebrated from September 28th to October 2nd. It commemorates the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon king Mahishasura, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. The festival is a vibrant display of devotion, art, and culture, particularly in West Bengal, Assam, Bihar, and Odisha. It is marked with worship rituals, performance arts, gift giving, family visits, feasting and public processions.