An interactive and fun 90 minute workshop with Yolŋu Elder Djapirri Mununggirritj where you smell, touch and learn to use a selection of available Yolŋu bush medicines. You will get to experience at least three different bush medicines which are seasonally available.
When: Saturday 11 May 2024 at 3.30pm - 5pm
Where: Rotary House (behind Bakery) in Nhulunbuy - map below
During this workshop, Djapirri will wrap her words and stories around us as we learn about what these plants mean to Yolŋu people and lead our imaginations off into the bush as she shares her experiences and knowledge as a profound healer.
For thousands (60,000+) of years, Yolŋu people of North East Arnhem Land have learnt and understood how to navigate their country in search of remedies to treat many disorders. When unwell, the medicinal properties of certain plants cured and healed a huge array of health issues.
With this important knowledge being passed down through many generations in traditional customs, the wisdom of each plant is understood, embraced and deeply respected in culture. Only what is needed is ever taken to allow plants to survive - ensuring sustainable practices.
Join us for this interactive and fun workshop where you will get the opportunity to learn how the bush medicine is prepared and smell, touch and experience it for yourself. This is a truly immersive healing experience.
What to bring?
Notepad and pen – info sheets will be provided
Your own towel
Bottle of water
Tuperware containers with lid to bring any bush medicine home with you
Spots are limited and we advise you confirm your attendance as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
A little about Djapirri Mununggirritj
Djapirri is a senior knowledge holder and elder of the Gumatj clan from Yirrkala in North East Arnhem Land. For decades, she has worked tirelessly to support her community and was awarded Northern Territory Local Hero Award in 2011 for her efforts. Djapirri fosters strong relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people together with non-Indigenous and gracefully dances in both the Indigenous and non-Indigenous worlds to share her passion for culture, connection, and wellness. An accomplished healer, speaker and artist, Djapirri sits on many boards across Australia in the education and political realm and is widely known both in Australia and overseas for her inspiring words of wisdom.
A little about Soulful Soundwaves
Soulful Soundwaves was founded by Maeve and Lorenzo Colombo back in 2016. With a clear vision to help others on their path to wellness, Maeve and Lorenzo have travelled all over Australia and overseas healing hearts and minds with simple and effective strategies that work. Many people have felt the healing potency Maeve and Lorenzo bring - one of truth, love and compassion. Maeve & Lorenzo currently reside on Yolŋu country, have been adopted into Gurruṯu (the Yolŋu kinship system) and have a burning desire to provide a platform for their Yolnu family to share their wisdom with the rest of the world. In collaboration with Djapirri, they now offer an opportunity to explore the ancient path to wellness (both in person and online) called Däwala.