Join us on 11 - 20 October 2024
for the inaugural
A whole 10 days of experiential and immersive offerings across the Shoalhaven that was held from 11-20 October 2024
All offerings fostered reciprocal healing on Country.
Stay tuned for upcoming healing events and projects!
Get Grounded. Ochre up
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PROGRAM 2024
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PROGRAM 2024
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What People Say
What a wonderful week
What a wonderful week. I feel embraced by our local indigenous people in knowing that they have open, loving hearts and minds and wish to walk together to create a future together.
Colleen Langan
Event to be remembered!
Thank you so much for having us, the Yuin Astronomy Night was an amazing event with everyone involved, it is a very special event to be remembered!
Caroline Boulom
Jervis Bay Stargazing
We loved the experience
Drew was amazing! We had eagles soaring overhead, a stunning day walking on country at Chakola. Thank you dear ones for your vision and energy for the Yila Healing Trail 👣 we loved the experience! Love
Team Valley Outdoors
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Soothing atmosphere
This was the first time I went to the night and I loved it. The atmosphere was very soothing. My daughter was in the dance group. I did take some photos, they are already blown up and on the wall at home.
Shannon Farish
Congrats
Congratulations on making it and creating something fabulous. X
Simon Lowe
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Leave your Testimonial / StoryThe 7 Themes
OF YILA HEALING
Based on the model of social and emotional wellbeing within historical, political and social determinants according to NIAA.
reconnection to bodyOur body is the closest we come to nature ...keeping healthy and strong allows us to make choices and fully participate in all of life
reconnection to spIrit, spirituality and ancestorsOur quest for sense of meaning, purpose, lineage and deeper understanding of our collective humanity is part of a fully lived life
reconnection to mind & emotionsOur capacity to manage divergent thoughts and feelings and integrate the ebb and flow of life allows us to take on greater responsibility for ourselves, others and the planet
reconnection to countryOur intimate and interrelated connection to lands, seas, skies, waters and all living creatures including ourselves
reconnection to family and kinshipOur family, immediate and extended are the net that hold us here and nurturing this important part of our existence keeps the fires burning in our heart
reconnection to cultureOur Culture provides a sense of continuity with the past and helps underpin a strong identity, allowing us to respect and learn from other people's Cultures.
reconnection to communityOur communities give us a chance to engage in reciprocal relationship to others and the give and take is what matters most during our time in this life.
Our Vision
A Healed Country in which people understand the reciprocal nature of giving and receiving with nature and see themselves as part of the rich tapestry of lands, waterways, seas, skies and all creatures.
The painting My Tree Healing by Summer Sky Wangalee Nganaparlee encapsulates Yila Healing Trail’s vision.
Acknowledgement of country
We recognise the continuous and deep connection to Country of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of this nation. In this way we respectfully acknowledge the local Custodians of these lands, seas, skies and waterways.
We acknowledge those who continue to care for Jerringa, Yuin, Wandiwandandian, Durga, Dharawal, Budawang, Bherwerrewerre and Murramarung traditional lands.
We pay tribute to the Elders past and present as we also respect the collective ancestry that has brought us all here today, coming together to re-establish humanity in our proper role of stewardship in common union with our non-human family.
