Since its inception in 2015, many have gathered in Nowra to take part in the National Sorry Day Bridge Walk.

Usually the walk involves a three kilometre walk from Moorehouse Park, but due to bridge renovations, it will begin at Thurgate Oval in Bomaderry and will continue along Beinda Street to the Bomaderry Homes.

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"After a challenging year of isolation and uncertainty, it is more important than ever to gather and commemorate days like National Sorry Day," said Craig Ardler, the CEO of South Coast Medical Service Corporation (SCMSC).

"It is an opportunity for us to reflect on the suffering and strength of our Stolen Generations and our Elders, and acknowledge the trauma they felt that continues to reverberate down through time."

The walk will be followed by speeches, stories, dance, music, kids activities, and free food and drinks.

The event will acknowledge the strength of Stolen Generations Survivors and reflect on how we can all play a part in the healing process for our people and nation.

SCMSC Manager and Event Organiser Nathanael Curtis encourages all attendees to colour or create their own unique commemorative flower to bring along, as a symbol of support for the Stolen Generations.

"Attendees can print the template available on our website or pick up one from the Jane Ardler Centre," he said.

"Bring along your decorated flower mounted on a paddle pop stick on Sorry Day and add it to the commemorative garden."

Around 850 people are expected at this year's event.

Due to COVID-19, the NSW Government have restrictions in place which means the event needs to be ticketed however it is still a free event.

To obtain a ticket, visit: https://www.southcoastams.org.au/

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