Oromia at Federation Square
Where: Main Square, Melbourne, Australia
When: Sunday 22 December, 2013 @2:30pm – 7pm
Price: Free
Oromia @ Federation Square is one of the biggest Oromo Community
festivals held every year. Since the beginning, Oromo people from across
Australia congregated at Federation Square to celebrate and commemorate
the beauty of Oromo culture. The
Oromo are descendants of the Eastern-Kushitie group of people,
Indigenous Africans from the country Oromia in Northeast Africa. With a
population of over 40 million, the Oromo community is one of the largest
Indigenous groups in East Africa. Organised by the Australian Oromo
Community Association in Victoria in conjunction with Melbourne Oromo
Youth Association, Oromia @ Federation Square was a jam-packed cultural
extravaganza that delighted the energetic crowd.
Oromia @Federation Square is a day the
Oromos in Melbourne will share their rich culture with everyone in
Australia. We aim to bring Oromo people together, irrespective of age,
gender and belief, to help promote self-empowerment. We also seek to
educate the public on the lifestyle, culture and ethics of members of
the Australian Oromo community. Also, we will be sharing experiences,
positively exploring our differences and understanding the many other
cultures that make up our societies. Furthermore, it’s a time to
celebrate and commemorate the beauty of Australian Oromo culture and to
promote both multiculturalism and diversity across Australia.
On Sunday 22 December 2013 from 2:30pm, there will be a cultural
exhibition and Oromo food on offer. The performances will begin with
release doves in a ceremony to celebrate freedom and independence.
Traditional dance medleys, wedding re-enactments, hip hop performances, a
live band, and children’s entertainment all provides the crowd with a
taste of Oromo culture and helped celebrate 25 years since the
establishment of the Australian Oromo Community.
The celebration of Oromia at Federation Square marks the beginning of
yet another exciting year of events that aim to bring the case of the
Oromo cause. All the best to the Australian Oromos who will continue
making contributions to the global Oromo cause in 2013 and beyond.
Join the celebrations with the Oromo Community at their annual festival
at Fed Square. Take part in interactive performances, watch vibrant
dance medleys and admire colourful arrays of traditional jewels and
costumes.
More Info: www.oromocommunity.org.au
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