The oldest form of Indigenous Australian artwork is these symbols and patterns found in various forms throughout history. Who invented Aboriginal art? Over 80,000 years ago, Aboriginal people started the world’s oldest form of artistic expression. They used ochres to paint on rocks, bark, ...
A highlight was a viewing of the artwork from members of the Nikinpa art group. One member of the artists group is Aunty Brenda Simon is a proud Wiradjuri woman from Gulargambone. All seven of Brenda’s children were taken from her by government authorities in the 1970s, and her story ...
Artwork from National Centre for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing Research. Image source: National Indigenous Times. Aboriginal Hearing Unit for women in custody In an Australian first, anAboriginal Healing Unithas opened at theDame Phyllis Frost Centre (DPFC)providing new culturally safe...
We obtained funding through a piecemeal collection of sources, including philanthropic donations, private and government grants, Bawoorrooga Community enterprise (e.g., sale of artwork at exhibitions in Perth organised by FISH), volunteer collaboration, pro bono services, and revenue from other FISH ...
The most commonly reported reasons for cultural security included: Aboriginal staff (90%), Aboriginal flag/artwork displayed (76%), culturally appropriate pamphlets (76%), and transportation (66%) (Figure 2). Figure 2.Reasons given from why a service was believed to be culturally secure. ...
"This artwork is inspired by my relationships with my friends and chosen family. The design itself features two different Indigenous persons to show that we, as Indigenous people, come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. The illustration aims to show off the beauty of all our Indigenous relation...
Professor Chris Levi, Uncle Neville Sampson, Dr Heidi Janssen, Tracey Dawson, Aunty Audrey Trindall and Yvonne Patricks at an artwork gifting for the Tamworth Stroke Unit. Photo supplied by the Hunter Stroke Service. Image source: The Northern Daily Leader. ...
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Community members have created an artwork, “Lets Yarn about Sleep”. The artwork is a powerful representation of how the research team, community Elders, youth workers, and service providers work together to connect young people with their culture and improve their sleep and SEWB. Image source:...
The winning artwork will receive a$500 voucher prizeand will be used across Australia for NACCHOs National Ear and Hearing health program. The winning artwork will be used on merchandise, stationary and promotional materials to celebrate current Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander achievements, across...