Families and educators came together at Guwarri in Broome to celebrate this year's National Children's Day on Thursday, recognising this year's theme - Everyone Should Know About Children's Rights.
The event focused on every child's right to feel safe, loved and respected, to learn, play, and grow strong in their culture and identity.
Mabu Yawuru Ngan-ga, the Yawuru language centre, led the celebration with help from local schools and early childhood groups.
The crowd was delighted by a visit from the centre's Brahminy kite mascot, Jir, who joined the children in singing and dancing to Yawuru songs before flying back toward the mangroves.
The Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Service (BRAMS) Kids Club team handed out gifts to every child, while community partners, including St Mary's College Broome, the Broome Youth and Families Hub, and Broome Primary School's KindiLink helped make the day a success.
Mabu Yawuru Ngan-ga is part of the Yawuru organisation, which represents the Traditional Owners of Rubibi (Broome). The organisation supports Yawuru people through programs that protect language and culture, care for Country, and strengthen community wellbeing.
Organisers said the event was a reminder that when the community stands behind children's rights, young people are given the best chance to thrive.
