Tuesday 12 November, 2024
Children in Derwent Valley, Tasmania, have responded to the question of ‘what safety means to me’ in a special exhibition for the Daniel Morcombe Foundation’s Day for Daniel.
Bruce and Denise Morcombe are attending the official launch of the exhibition at The Arthouse on Tuesday 12 November which features artwork from children across the region.
Known as Australia’s largest child safety education and awareness day – an estimated two million people participate in Day for Daniel at their schools, early learning centres, workplaces or at public or private events.
“From its creation with very modest support, now 20 years later, we estimate that some two million Aussies will be participating in Day for Daniel,” Denise said.
Bruce said this year’s Day for Daniel was a time to reflect on the past two decades and what has become Daniel’s legacy.
“We want to take this opportunity to thank Australia for never forgetting Daniel,” Bruce said.
“Here’s to another 20 years of unwavering dedication and advocating for children.”
The exhibition, What Safety Means to Me, showcases artwork from children aged 0 – 12.
The Salvation Army’s Communities for Children SE Tasmania and Derwent Valley Council partnered with other local organisations for the Day for Daniel event, with the goal to encourage conversations about personal safety.
The Morcombes and Interim Commissioner for Children and Young People Isabelle Crompton are attending the exhibition launch as special guests.
The exhibition has been organised by a joint committee with representatives from the Salvation Army’s Communities for Children SE Tasmania, Derwent Valley Council, Norske Skog, Ptunarra Child and Family Learning Centre and Derwent Valley Future Action Team.
The exhibition launch is at The Arthouse Café, 47A High St, New Norfolk on Tuesday 12 November from 3.15pm – 3.45pm.
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