This one took some time to write and pull together. It was tough because it highlights our WHY we are in this work. Despite lived trauma and loss over the generations of our First Nations people, we have experienced the possibilities and wealth of what it means to belong when we work together. We continue […]
Mark’s guide to Belonging in Australia. Read More »
Mark’s guide to getting these 2 concepts down pat! (Plus a PDF version to print & share below) 1. Welcome to country is a contemporary expression of an ancient custom. It is fundamental to understanding our relationship with the First Nations and Australia’s lands and waters. See Australians Together and Reconciliation Australia. 2. We all
Understanding WELCOME TO COUNTRY and Being Welcoming in Australia. Read More »
“In the Red Teaching Space, we should be prepared for reciprocity in cultural teaching and learning. It is important to understand what your role is in this space – are you are a teacher or a student and what behaviour and protocols are required for each?” Teaching role in the Red Space Some cultures are
Red Teaching Space. Intercultural Framework Read More »
Plus a PDF version to print & share below. Five Things You Need to Know: 1. National Reconciliation Week is not the same as NAIDOC Week. Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3rd June) focuses on our stories together. NAIDOC Week (1st Sunday in July – 2nd Sunday in July) focuses on the celebrations of First
Mark’s 2 Min Guide to understanding National Reconciliation Week. May 27 – June 3. Read More »
Another QUICK guide to help EMPOWER us for AUSTRALIAN RECONCILIATION by SNU Chief, Mark Yettica-Paulson. PLUS a PDF to download and SHARE below. Let’s Go!! Five Things You Need to Know: 1. It is not a choice between Symbolism or Substance. We need BOTH the symbolic gestures and the substance to make progress on our
