Sunshine Coast Health's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Equity team
On 26 May 2026 we remember and acknowledge the forced removal of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from their families, known as the Stolen Generations. This day marks the beginning of National Reconciliation Week, a time for us to reflect on our shared history and continue our journey towards healing and reconciliation.
National Sorry Day isn't a day of celebration, it's a day of profound significance. It's a day for us to reflect on the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, their forced removal from families and communities under government legislation, and the enduring impact of these actions.
This year's theme, "All In," reminds us that we must continue to move forward, guided by the lessons of the past, towards reconciliation. Although Australia still faces many challenges on this journey, this theme calls on all of us to step forward together.
From 27 May until 3 June, as part of National Reconciliation Week, we reflect on our shared histories, cultures and achievements. These days of significance are important to bring everyone together and explore how we can all contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. This week is just the start. These conversations need to be had all year round, and that is why as a health service we are focussed on cultural capability and making sure our staff are able to provide culturally safe services to our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Let us all join in this day of respectful commemoration, remembering that now is the time for growth, reflection, and commitment to walking together.
We are holding an event on Tuesday 26 May to mark National Sorry Day at 10am-11.30am in the Peaceful Garden at Gympie Hospital.
On National Sorry Day, we remember.