LAST Saturday I was privileged to work for the NSW Teachers Federation at the Pride Festival in Hamilton. It was an event full of colour, music, food, acceptance and inclusion. Everyone was so friendly, embracing the delicious food stalls and enjoying the musical events. The atmosphere was full of positivity and happiness.
Recently I returned from Germany, where I attended a multicultural event and was made a guest of honour. Why? Because Germans love Australians. I was made so welcome by my German family and the organisers of the festival. It gave me great delight to witness the German community accepting such a diversity. I was even featured in two newspapers and photographed with a lifelong friend. I had to use my dictionary to read it. It was an honour and very unexpected.
