Regional Harmony Week program

Grants will be available to selected regional local government authorities, in partnership with culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) and non-CaLD community associations and organisations, to co-design and deliver Regional Harmony Week initiatives that promote multiculturalism and celebrate Western Australia's cultural diversity.

What is Harmony Week?  

Harmony Week is a statewide awareness campaign that originated in Western Australia as an opportunity to recognise, discuss and celebrate our cultural diversity. In Western Australia, Harmony Week is held from 15–21 March each year, with 21 March reserved as a day of solemn commemoration to recognise the United Nations Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.

United Nations Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination – 21 March  

The United Nations chose 21 March as the Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination as this date commemorates the 1960 Sharpeville Massacre where police fired on 69 peaceful protestors and injured 180 people at a demonstration against apartheid  pass laws restricting free movement in South Africa.  

Events of a celebratory nature are not to be held on this day. Instead, it is reserved as a day of reflection, commemoration and discussion.  

Harmony Week resources

Harmony Week is for everyone. It is an opportunity for all Western Australians to celebrate our vibrant and diverse multicultural State. Harmony Week resources are available to assist you to organise your own community event, work morning tea or school assembly.

Other Harmony Week resources include:

Harmony week non year

Regional Harmony Week Grants (up to $20,000)

Grants of up to $20,000 will be available to selected regional local government authorities (LGAs), in partnership with culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) and non-CaLD community associations and organisations, to co-design and deliver Regional Harmony Week initiatives that promote multiculturalism and celebrate Western Australia's cultural diversity.  

CaLD and non-CaLD community associations and organisations must be actively involved in project planning and delivery. The partnership and co-design process must also be open to participation from the broader community.  

Eligible activities may include community festivals, arts projects, concerts, sporting events, workshops, seminars, presentations and the production and distribution of digital content. 

In 2026, the regional LGAs identified were the City of Greater Geraldton, City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, City of Karratha and Shire of Katanning.   

Through the OMI Regional Harmony Week Program, a total of $67,100 was provided to fund:  

  • City of Greater Geraldton for Harmony Week 2026 ($17,600 ).
  • Shire of Katanning for Katanning Harmony Week ($10,000).
  • City of Karratha for Harmony Week – Celebrate Together Karratha ($20,000).
  • City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder – Harmony Week - Interwoven ($19,500).
In 2027, OMI will work with regional LGAs and community associations to co-design the program and deliver community celebrations designed to bring people together in a safe, inclusive and family-friendly environment. The events will celebrate cultural diversity, promote social connection and provide positive recreational opportunities for children, young people and families. Activities, food, music and community engagement will be combined in a shared public space to encourage participation from across the regions.

Previous Harmony Week grant recipients

Page reviewed 13 October 2026