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Looking out for and helping those that need support and also behaving in a way that promotes mutual respect, fairness, inclusion and a sense of belonging for all.​

Active Citizenship

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Buddy-up

Giving up your time to help a newcomer belong to the community.

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Fundraising

Raising money to help others through a bake sale, fun run or talent show

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Clean-ups

Organising a group to clean up the school, local park or town centre

Volunteering

Helping at a not-for-profit, such as the animal shelter or charity shop

Whatever your school does to encourage active citizenship is fine; our goal for Aussie of the Month is simple. We seek to educate all young people about the importance of community participation and looking out for those who need support.

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Aussie of the Month is endorsed by the Education Department in every State and Territory and has the support of the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) as a complementary program aligned to the Primary Years’ curriculum.
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