Celebrating Cultural Leadership: Gorenang Moortabiin Aboriginal Corporation Nears RTO Accreditation
Gorenang Moortabiin Aboriginal Corporation is thrilled to announce that we are moving towards the final stages of our Registered Training Organization (RTO) accreditation process. With qualifications meticulously developed in Arts, Community, and Conservation & Land Management, we are poised to emerge as leaders in these vital industries.
At Gorenang Moortabiin, we recognize the importance of preserving and promoting Aboriginal culture and heritage. Our journey towards RTO accreditation represents a significant milestone in our commitment to empowering our community through education and skills development.
Pioneering Excellence
Our Arts qualifications will nurture creativity and cultural expression, offering pathways for individuals to explore and showcase their artistic talents rooted in Aboriginal traditions. From visual arts to performing arts, we celebrate the richness and diversity of Aboriginal artistic practices.
In Community studies, we emphasize the vital role of community leaders and advocates in fostering social cohesion and empowerment. Our programs will equip students with practical skills and theoretical knowledge to drive positive change and sustainable development within Aboriginal communities.
In Conservation & Land Management, we are dedicated to safeguarding our precious natural landscapes and traditional lands. Our qualifications will prepare students to become stewards of the environment, integrating traditional ecological knowledge with modern conservation practices.
Commitment to Cultural Integrity
At the heart of our programs is a deep respect for Aboriginal cultural values, knowledge systems, and protocols. We prioritize culturally safe and inclusive learning environments where Aboriginal perspectives are honored and celebrated. Through partnerships with Elders, cultural leaders, and industry experts, we ensure our qualifications remain relevant, responsive, and reflective of community needs.
Looking Ahead
As we near the final stages of our RTO accreditation, Gorenang Moortabiin Aboriginal Corporation is excited to embark on this transformative journey with our community. Together we envision a future where Aboriginal knowledge, skills, and leadership in the Arts, Community, and Conservation & Land Management sectors are recognized and respected nationally.
Join Us
We invite members of our community, stakeholders, and partners to celebrate this milestone and join us in shaping a brighter future for Aboriginal education, cultural sustainability, and economic empowerment. Together we will continue to forge pathways of success, resilience, and cultural strength for generations to come.
For more information and to stay connected with Gorenang Moortabiin Aboriginal Corporation, visit our website and follow us on social media. Together, we are building a future where Aboriginal excellence shines brightly in every endeavor.
Noongar Youth Empowerment
Gorenang Moortabiin is pleased to announce that we have reached a significant milestone: 100 registrations from our Noongar youth community! This achievement reflects our ongoing efforts to support and empower our young people through cultural enrichment and educational initiatives.Each registration signifies a step forward in our mission to foster cultural pride and provide valuable opportunities for our youth. We are grateful to all who have contributed to this success, including mentors, volunteers, and community, whose support has been invaluable.As we commemorate this milestone, we look forward to continuing our work and creating more opportunities for our youth to thrive and succeed in the future.Thank you to all those involved for your ongoing support and commitment.#Youth #community #gorenangmoortabiin #culture #noongar
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'Meet our new team members'
We are excited to offically announce and welcome our new staff members to the existing team at Gorenang Moortabiin. They all bring a vast range of skills, industry experience and cultural knowledge as well as many other attributes along with them.
Our new team members are: Chris Maniti and Stephen Maniti.
We are looking forward to the continuing development and implementation of our existing and new programs.
Please feel free to pop in, say hi and have a cuppa...all are welcome.
Minister for Youth Visit
Gorenang Moortabiin would like to thank the Minister for Youth, the Hon. Hannah Beazley MLA for taking the time to visit us and showing such a wonderful interest in our Youth and the work that we do here at Gorenang Moortabiin. Her dedication to supporting and advocating for our youth and their families is a true testatment to the good works we all see on the ground, thank you Minister.
Youth Event
Gorenang Moortabiin held an open community Youth Event during Youth. Once again it was lovely to have so many of our young people and families joining us for an amazing day. Our Youth are our future, and at Gorenang Moortabiin we ensure that we offer culturally strong and safe spaces for our youth to grow and flourish in on their journeys through life. We have a vast range of programs for Youth, so please feel free to pop in for a cuppa or reach out via our website to have a yarn about the latest happenings at Gorenang Moortabiin.
Community Christmas Lunch
Our Community Christmas lunch this year had an extra special touch with "Santa's Winter Grotto" photo shop booth proving extremely popular. The Ginger Bread House competition produced some wonderful artworks and the hot lunch provided an excellent feed for all.
Thank you to all the familes and community members who attended and our womderful volunteers who as usual helped make this all possible.
On-Boodja
Gorenang Moortabiin spends a majority of our time out on Boodja, not only with our programs but also as part of our close connection to country as Noongar people.
Our Boodja through our Moort, provides us with our Kaartdijin, which protects, nourishes and heals us.
We focus on "Culture, Front & Center" in everything we do and as one of the core strengths of our corporation.
Come and have a yarn about how you can join us out on Boodja.
Reconciliation Australia and Reconciliation WA's Place-based Reconciliation Pilot Community Leaders RING 19th & 20th September 2023
Gorenang Moortabiin was pleased to be invited to participate and support RA and RWA's community meetings and connection to country for the Place-based Reconciliation Pilot in the Great Southern.
It was wonderful to see so many stakeholders and community members collaborating and sharing honest conversations about reconciliation and what it looks like in the present and moving forward.
Kalyakoorl Noongar Youth Program - Mondays July 2023
July saw the begining of our enriching and empowering Kalyakoorl Noongar Youth Program on a Monday after school.
The program focus's on Noongar language, tool making, health and wellness and team building activities.
The Kalyakoorl program has proven to be extremely popular and it is wonderful to see children from all of the different primary schools attending.
Contact us to find out more information and to register.
Moorditj-Abiny Noongar Waangkan wer Kaartitjiny (Strengthening Noongar Language and Culture) May 2023
Our language, song and dance programs on country are an opportunity to build upon our cultural strengths. Being able to see, hear and feel the dirt being kicked up on boodja by so many djena, and the voices vibrating aross the wind is an amazing experience.
Everyone always has a great time, and the return journeys to town echo with the old and the new songs, as the little voices sing their own versions of modern songs in language.
Cultural Education on Boodja 24th April 2023
Mt Lockyer Primary School teaching staff and Principal, joined us for a Cultural Immmersion day on Boodja as part of their Professional Development.
Gorenang Moortabiin would like to acknowledge and thank Aunty Treasy for welcoming Mt Lockyer Primary School teaching staff to Country and generously sharing her creation story with us. It was such a privilage for all.
Gorenang Moortabiin continues to build relationships with our schools, including raising cultural awareness and understanding in the mapping of the Education Departments 'Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework'.
It was a wonderful day that has resulted in strong collaborations and a two-way dialogue on cultural safety in education.
Youth Week Event 27th April 2023
Gorenang Moortabiin would like to give a massive shout out and thank you to Allirra Simpson (artistic leader) and all of the Clontarf Academy and Deadly Sister Girls for joining us for our Youth week event. An amazing canvas was completed by our youth as they interpreted culture in 2023. It was great to see everyone enjoying the various activities and we are looking forward to many more to come. Watch this space!!
above: Participants working on our Deadly Youth painting. below: Allirra Simpson
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Challenging Cultural Perspectives Workshop
Please note this workshop is currently on hold. Contact us for more information
For the first time Gorenang Moortabiin is hosting a two-night on country intensive and immersive workshop, exploring deeper understanding and connection for participants at Koikyennuruff. (Stirling Range)
If you are based in Perth and employ, or make decisions that affect Aboriginal people this workshop is for you.
Ticket prices include meals, accommodation, and transport by bus to and from the workshop.
