Professional Development clinic
Crossing Cultures
1 Clinic | 2 days
Event Details
The primary focus of the Crossing Cultures Professional Development clinic is cultural connectedness, inclusion, and awareness within the working team so that participants begin to develop a deeper understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and elements. Each session is a culturally safe space for all involved and aims to raise awareness and promote healthy relationships while supporting reconciliation and inclusiveness.
Activities include:
- Yarning Circles with presentation on Hunting and Gathering practices by both men and women, Lore/Law and Customs, Artefacts, Bush Tucker and Medicinal plant uses.
- Spear Throwing techniques/targets and prizes
- Explore the cultural significance and importance of traditional art symbols, stories, colours, totems, and cultural art practices in both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures.
- Introduction to seeded Jewellery making and talk on how they are used traditionally by First Nations People with connection to land and sea. Keyrings/bracelets.
- Ochre face painting of Animals for each participant
- Torres Strait Islander Weaving workshop – includes information session on lifestyle and ways of the Torres Strait Islander people. Traditional weaved fish to take home during session.
- Making of message story sticks and the art of holistic healing through weaving practices and therapies by First Nation’s woman.
Workshop Dates:
- 17th & 18th Feb 2024
Workshop Time:
- 9:30AM to 4:00PM
Investment:
- $600
Location:
- 309 Petsch Creek Rd, Tallebudgera Valley, QLD
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Introducing Lalania Tusa – Burrumunji
Kuku Yalanji Traditional Owner and Descendant
Lalania Tusa is a contemporary Aboriginal Artist of the
Kuku Yalanji Tribe in the rainforest of Far North
Queensland. Growing up on Kuku Yalanji country
Lalania has always felt a strong connection to the land
and enjoys translating traditional customs and
knowledge through a variety of techniques and art
mediums.
Many of Lalania’s works are direct translations of
dreamtime stories passed down through the long line of
generations who have received special tools and
training from her ties to land and country.
Lalania’s intention is to immerse herself and other souls
in the sensitive space of cultural knowledge, awareness,
appreciation and connection to land and sea in order to
create a better understanding of First Nations cultural
practices.
All proceeds of the Artwork sold goes directly to
community and First Nations descendants.’
Course Information
About the location:
This workshop will be hosted at the EATA headquarters in Tallebudgera Valley QLD. Located approximately 15 minutes from Exit 89 off the M1, EATA is a stunning hill side property overlooking the beautiful valley.
Attire:
Please wear comfortable clothing that you can move in.
Closed toe shoes, and a hat as we will be spending time outdoors.
Enrolment Requirements:
To attend the training you need to be a qualified therapist or be training in this field.
