NAIDOC Perth
NAIDOC Perth celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures and communities through managing the delivery, promotion and coordination of cultural activities, in particular NAIDOC Week events, which showcase music and the performing arts.
Our History
In 2006, community members in Perth formed a NAIDOC Committee to promote and assist in the coordination of the 50th anniversary of NAIDOC in Perth. In January 2008, NAIDOC Perth registered as an Incorporated Association. The preamble to the Constitution of NAIDOC Perth (Inc.) states that:
“NAIDOC Perth aspires to assist in the promotion, coordination and organisation of NAIDOC week activities in the Perth metropolitan area. NAIDOC Perth’s goals and purposes are focused on the preservation and celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and the education of non-Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people about the history and contemporary aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'NAIDOC' mean?
NAIDOC originally stood for ‘National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee’. This committee was once responsible for organising national activities during NAIDOC Week and its acronym has since become the name of the week itself. Find out more about the origins and history of NAIDOC Week.
Why do we celebrate NAIDOC week?
Who manages NAIDOC week celebrations?
A national NAIDOC committee manages the annual theme and national awards which is held in a different state each year. NAIDOC Perth is managed by a passionate team of local committee members with funding support from the Australian Government. Find out more about your local committee members.
Sponsors
NAIDOC Perth is made possible only through the generous support of the WA government and business community.
Get Involved
Want to play a part in the celebrations? We warmly welcome volunteer efforts no matter how big or small.
NAIDOC Perth Committee
See the faces behind the dedicated committee who work tirelessly to bring you the NAIDOC Perth events.
National NAIDOC Week
50 Years of Deadly
In 2026, we celebrate an extraordinary milestone - 50 Years of Deadly.
For five decades, NAIDOC Week has recognised and celebrated the strength, resilience, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. What began as a movement for recognition and justice has grown into a nationwide celebration of the world's oldest continuing cultures, while never losing sight of the journey still ahead.
50 Years of Deadly honours the generations of Elders, leaders, activists, artists, communities and young people who have shaped the path before us. Their courage, determination and unwavering connection to Country and culture have created a legacy that continues to inspire and empower.
As we celebrate this remarkable anniversary, we reflect on the achievements of the past, recognise the strength of our communities today, and look towards a future where culture continues to thrive, languages are strengthened, and the next generations proudly carry our stories forward.
NAIDOC Week is more than a celebration. It is an opportunity for all Australians to come together to learn, honour and celebrate the rich histories, cultures and contributions of First Nations peoples.
Join us as we celebrate 50 Years of Deadly and the people, stories and communities that have made NAIDOC what it is today.
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For more information about National NAIDOC, go to www.naidoc.org.au