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CULTURAL AWARENESS

kanyiniSome general advice is provided here to serve as a starting point for thinking and discussion on Aboriginal 'cultural protocols'.

We urge you to learn more about aboriginal culture by educating yourself. We suggest the following film Kanyini. Kanyini - The Award Winning Documentary Film from Australia 'Kanyini is a story told by an Aboriginal man, Bob Randall, who lives beside the greatest monolith in the world, Uluru in Central Australia. Based on Bob's own personal journey and the wisdom he learnt from the old people living in the bush, Bob tells the tale of why Indigenous people are now struggling in a modern world and what needs to be done for Indigenous people to move forward. A tale of Indigenous wisdom clashing against materialist notions of progress, this is not only a story of one man and his people but the story of the human race.'  For information, please email info@kanyini.com

 

Some useful publications to read

A booklet developed by NSW Health to provide background and guidance on appropriate word usage when working with Aboriginal people and communities, and when developing policy and programs to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal people. The use of accurate and non-offensive language is an essential component of Aboriginal cultural respect and communication training. For further information download a copy of the booklet.

Has been developed by the Association of Independent Schools of SA (AISSA). For further information download a copy of the booklet.

Whitefella Culture

This is a book about culture, about whitefella culture and about Aboriginal culture. Culture is more than songs, paintings and ceremonies. It is more than houses, clothes and tools. Culture is the way we think, the way we act, the way we feel about things.

To order a copy contact:
Big Kangaroo Books
79 Todd Mall, Alice Springs NT 0870
Telephone: 08 8953 2137

 

Acknowledgement of Country

Arranging a Welcome to Country or an Acknowledgement of Country acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land and shows respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as Australia's First Peoples.

A Welcome to Country is where traditional Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander custodian or Elder welcomes people to their land.

For further information regarding Welcome to Country download an information sheet .

 

Cultural Opportunities

Across Australia there are many gatherings and festivals which celebrate the richness and diversity of Indigenous cultures. There are held in all states and territories and often focus on the cultures of the local peoples.

A very useful site which has information about upcoming festivals and activities is 'Share Our Pride' at http://www.shareourpride.org.au/pages/topics/indigenous-festivals.php

A list of some of the many Cultural activities across the country are also available for download at the link below.



"Dare to Lead is a national project of Principals Australia which works to support and develop school leaders in creating better outcomes for their Indigenous students”.

This information was prepared and available at the following website: www.daretolead.edu.au