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Weenthunga presents at IAHA 2019

Weenthunga was honoured to be selected to present on our Nyarrn-gakgo mangkie young women’s program and VAHENonline at the 2019 IAHA Conference. We’ve shared our Abstracts below.  Nyarrn-gakgo mangkieNyarrn-gakgo mangkie in Woiwurrung means ‘Hear Within’. “We come together in a safe environment to hear and understand other women’s stories. We’re supported by community and ancestors to listen to our own ... Read More

Weenthunga launches our new video

Weenthunga is proud and excited to share our new “About Us” video. Our video brings together some of the women who’ve been instrumental in shaping Weenthunga and our Nyarrn-gakgo mangkie young women’s program. Watch this space – more videos to come! You can view our video below and on our About Us page.

Weenthunga launches GiveNow

Weenthunga is pleased to announce the recent launch of our GiveNow giving platform. With future funding uncertainty, Weenthunga is calling out to our Members to support the critical work we’re doing in the health and education spaces.  The Weenthunga Committee of Management is very appreciative of donations generously made from time to time to help Weenthunga achieve its goals. As a registered charity ... Read More

MEDIA RELEASE Weenthunga Finalist for Reconciliation Award 16 May 2019

Weenthunga is excited to share that our Bendigo Nyarrn-gakgo mangkie [hear within] Program is a finalist for the 2019 HART Award, said Sam Paxton spokesperson for Weenthunga Health Network. The annual HART Awards are presented by Reconciliation Victoria and VLGA. The Awards recognise initiatives that contribute to local reconciliation outcomes. “Weenthunga [hear and understand] is Aboriginal-led and underpinned by relationships, ... Read More