National Talk Black 050824
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:
Rochelle Pitt, Singer, talking about her involvement with “Meeanjin Songlinez” for the 2024 Brisbane Festival. Meeanjin Songlinez stands as a premier event of the Brisbane Festival season, offering a profound immersion into the rich tapestry of First Nations culture and creativity. Under the esteemed direction and custodianship of Tribal Experiences Managing Directors, This free, non-ticketed event will kickstart the Brisbane Festival on the 1st of September. Make sure to check out the link below for more information!
Bradley Chatfield, QPAC’s Head of First Nations Programming, talking about Clancestry returning from the 30th of July in a program of First Nations arts and culture at QPAC. An iconic event part of QPAC’s calendar since 2013, Clancestry is a celebration of identity and connection, providing a platform for both established and emerging First Nations artists to share their stories, perspectives, and talents. Headlining this year’s program will be a concert combining the power of music and storytelling in Warriors, featuring powerhouse First Nations artists Andrew Gurruwiwi Band, J-MILLA, Jungaji and Radical Son. Also joining the program is Bangarra Dance Theatre’s incredible new work Horizon.
Shu Brown, The Ballarat and District Aboriginal Cooperative (BADAC) Chief Culture and PR Officer, talking about The Ballarat and District Aboriginal Cooperative organisation launching an Aboriginal Children in Aboriginal Care program. Aboriginal children are 22 times more likely to be removed from their families and placed in the child protection system than non-Aboriginal children in Victoria. BADAC has become the third organisation in Victoria to run the Aboriginal Children in Aboriginal Care program, following Bendigo and Melbourne. Connecting children to culture has also been a priority with staff also staying involved with families to support them once their children returned to ensure they didn’t end up back in the system.
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