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BARA BARANG EXPANDS ABORIGINAL
EDUCATION THROUGH CULTURAL
AFFIRMATION PROGRAMS
Bara Barang is pleased to conduct
Aboriginal Educational Cultural
Affirmation programs throughout Central
Coast schools presenting approximately
eight programs per week.
The programs help students gain a better
understanding of their Aboriginality and
contributes to their academic successes.
The program engages both primary
and high school students and their
teachers to provide a better cultural
understanding, whilst actively promoting
Aboriginal education and practices within
the school curriculum.
Manager of Cultural Services and
Tourism, Gavi Duncan, spoke of Bara
Barang’s contribution to culture saying,
“We have established Aboriginal cultural
learning places within the school grounds
and feel that cultural engagement gives
a strong sense of self-identity and thus
promotes resilience in individuals,
empowering them to succeed.”
The program sees students learn about
local history and native medicinal plants
and bush food, along with students taking
part in varied traditions and practices,
including didgeridoo, dance, song, art,
language and storytelling.
For more information or to book an
Aboriginal Cultural Tour call
02 4312 5133, or alternatively email
or visit
IMAGE BELOW: ABORIGINAL EDUCATIONAL CULTURAL AFFIRMATION PROGRAMS
The aim of
these programs
is to strengthen
Aboriginal
students’
cultural identity