National Sorry Day
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
In 1883, Beginnings of. Mistreatment. Indigenous children in Australia started being forcibly removed from their families, a practice that would continue into the 1970s, in attempts to assimilate them into non-Indigenous society
History
Beginnings of Mistreatment. Indigenous children in Australia started being forcibly removed from their families, a practice that would continue into the 1970s, in attempts to assimilate them into non-Indigenous society
How It's Celebrated
National Sorry Day is observed by recognizing the importance of the day, learning about its background and significance, and sharing awareness with others through conversation and social media. Many people take time to reflect on the meaning of the observance and participate in relevant activities or community events.