ABOUT US
Yamagarra! — I’m Maddy, a multidisciplinary Cultural artist/educator with a deep passion for revitalizing and practicing my Culture. With a long history of Cultural painting since the age of 10, I also practice in dance/song, fashion design, weaving and anything Culture! I’m a Ngiyampaa/Wangaaypuwan and Wiradjuri woman and currently live in Nyngan, Wangaaypuwan Country.
With 4 years experience in facilitating workshops and Cultural programs across NSW, I'm passionate about empowering our youth and growing strong Cultural connection and identity in communities. Please feel free to explore my Fashion and adornment work via @yapamali
Maddy
“I feel very obligated to grow Culture on my Country while revitalizing traditional Cultural practices and kinship”
Yaama, I’m Lacey! I’m a Ngemba and Murrawarri Woman, born and raised in Brewarrina, home of Baiame’s Ngunnhu (The Fish Traps). I’ve been running dance groups in Bre for over 7 years and currently began facilitating language lessons.
While always focusing on community relationships and leadership, I’ve worked across many industries such as education, hospitality, family support and the performing arts. Also having experience in project managing Cultural camps and collaborating with elders and language sharers. I’m a huge advocate for our women and youth so I understand the importance of passing down Cultural practices to empower their sense of belonging and self-esteem and supporting their overall well-being.
“I’m passionate about sharing knowledge and collaboration within my Community”
LACEY
Rista
Christina is a proud Gamilaraay and Anaiwan woman from North West NSW. With family connections to the communities of Tingha and Uralla, she dedicates her life to sharing Aboriginal Cultures and Histories as a Cultural Educator.
She firmly believes that revitalising Cultural practices such as Song, Dance, Art, Language and Storytelling can help Aboriginal children and youth develop a deep sense of belonging and strong Cultural Identities.
Christina creates safe and empowering spaces for young people to feel confident to explore their own Cultural expression in meaningful ways.
