Centre of pride and passion
Behind the quiet façade of a brick building in Hobart is a place buzzing with activity, and a group dedicated to inviting First and Second Peoples to experience Aboriginal culture in a meaningful way.
Harley brings hope for healing
Harley Eagle, a First Nations trauma expert from Canada, shares his experiences of inter-generational trauma caused by colonialism.
Position of privilege
In January, I was privileged to attend some of the 2018 Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Conference (UAICC), which is held every three years.
Sharing stories from the heart
Uniting Aboriginal Islander and Christian Congress (UAICC) members have recounted their experiences of cross-generational trauma – along with stories of hope and healing – at the 2018 National Conference.
Young Indigenous artist puts her mark on Leprena
Grace Williams and Stuart McMillan with back fence mural Teenage Tasmanian Indigenous artist Grace Williams has been the driving force behind two distinctive pieces of artwork which have pride of place at Leprena, the so
To Treaty and beyond
SEMISI KAILAHI The Yolŋu people of Arnhem Land have begun a new push for a treaty with the federal government that recognises their sovereignty.
Rev Rronang Garrawurra honoured
Former national chairperson of the Uniting Aboriginal and Islander Christian Congress (UAICC), Rev Rronang Garrawurra, was honoured on Wednesday night as a finalist for the 2016 Northern Territory Senior Australian of th
Fellowship of reconciliation
It has been a weekend of celebration for the Uniting Church in Australia.
Support for Indigenous communities
Indigenous peoples shall not be forcibly removed from their lands or territories.
Writing Wrongs
Prime Minister Tony Abbott’s comment that people living in remote Indigenous communities cannot be “endlessly subsidised” for their “lifestyle choices” has sparked nationwide debate.
Tony Abbott’s Lifestyle Choices
Prime Minister Tony Abbott has suggested that Indigenous Australians who live in remote communities should move to towns and cities if they want to access basic health and welfare services.
Narana: A place of pride
By Megan Graham Nicholas Boseley, cultural education manager at Narana Recent news coverage celebrating Patty Mills, who in June became the first Indigenous Australian to win an NBA championship, has been enthusiastic an