Springfield celebrates Harmony Day

Harmony Day at USQ Springfield will be on Wednesday March 31

Harmony will be in the air at USQ on Wednesday, 31 March when the Springfield campus celebrates Harmony Day with an exciting program of entertainment.

An initiative of the Commonwealth Government to encourage people to say no to racism, Harmony Day aims to reaffirm shared values as a community and celebrate Australia’s advancements as a multicultural society.

Students will be treated to Polynesian Dance performances, traditional Bush Tucker samples and Halal BBQ and take part in Bollywood dance lessons, Pacifica Group screen printing and mask painting.

USQ Springfield campus Events and Student Experience Coordinator Dr Megan Axelsen said the day was a great opportunity to celebrate the breadth of culture on campus.

'Harmony Day gives students opportunities to do things they might not otherwise get to do and show skills that may otherwise be hidden,' she said.

'There is an emphasis on the day of traditional values of justice, equality, fairness and friendship.

'Our underlying message is one of harmony and mutual respect, but the day is all about celebrating the many different communities here in Springfield and importantly, having lots of fun.

'This is the third year we have hosted Harmony Day celebrations at USQ Springfield and each year we hope to make the event bigger.'

Harmony Day celebrations begin with a Polynesian Dance performance at 12.15pm at the shade area in front of the USQ Auditorium and will conclude at 2pm.

Media are invited to attend the Harmony Day celebrations at USQ Springfield campus, Sinnathamby Blvd, Springfield Central.

Contact Details:
Jo-Ann Sparrow, USQ Media, +61 7 3470 4119 or 0438 309 096