About YAWA.
YAWA is a First Nations-led network dedicated to promoting and preserving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives on culture, country, climate, and health.
YAWA is made up of First Nations members from many diverse Countries.
Our Members
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Jem Stone
YAWA Facilitator
Jem is a First Nations Woman who lives and works on Wurundjeri land. She has mixed heritage, is a Cultural Educator, Wellness Practitioner and Trainer.
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Steve Ulula Parker
YAWA Facilitator
Steve is a Traditional Custodian of Boonwurrung Country. He is an artist, musician, performer, cultural educator and a mentor of Indigenous youth.
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Gaby Bruning
YAWA Facilitator
Gaby is an Aboriginal woman who lives and works on Wurundjeri land. Gaby has worked in the Alcohol and Other Drug sector for 10 years.
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Sonya Hunt
YAWA Facilitator
Sonya is a Barkindji woman living on Boonrurrung Country. She is a Koorie Engagement Support Officer at Department of Education and Training, Victoria.
What we do
YAWA exists to:
Connect mob with culture, Country and each other
Strengthen First Nations wellbeing practices
Share First Nations wisdom so everyone can learn
We run listening circles in the Kulin Nation. These are a safe space for yarning and healing.
YAWA members meet fortnightly to discuss and plan listening circles.