National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. This year's theme - Bridging Now to Next - reflects the ongoing connection between past, present and future.
Our staff and
committee attended a number of events over NRW to increase our knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples history and culture.
At the Centre we provided a range of opportunities to reflect and engage in National Reconciliation Week including a Bush Tucker inspired “Brekky & Go” for all our childcare and pre-kindy parents, carers and staff including lemon myrtle tea, quiche with
lillypilly chutney, fruit salad with bush mint and lemon myrtle muffins.
The Centre is participating in the Sea of Hearts Movement – decorating hearts and answering the question “What does Reconciliation mean to you? We also asked for feedback on our draft Vision for Reconciliation as part of our first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) for the Centre. Our draft Vision is below and we welcome feedback from our
community.
Draft YFC Vision for Reconciliation
At Yangebup Family Centre, we envision a future where reconciliation is lived every day — in our relationships, our programs, and our
shared commitment to truth, justice, and healing. We believe early learning is a powerful platform to foster understanding, respect, and lasting change.
We acknowledge the significance of the local Beeliar Boodjar to the Noongar people and pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present, and emerging. We recognise the enduring spiritual and cultural connection to
this land and are committed to truth-telling, listening, and walking alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in a spirit of partnership and mutual respect.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and connected. Through genuine engagement, we aim to build a culturally safe space that
honours the knowledge, voices, and identities of First Nations peoples.
We respectfully incorporate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives into our programs and practices and recognise that to build a better and more reconciled future, we must first acknowledge and understand the truths of our shared history.
Our aspiration is for families to become lifelong advocates for reconciliation — modelling respect, empathy, and a commitment to justice in their homes and communities.
Thank you to everyone who
participated in our Reconciliation Week activities.
Term 2 Programs
We only have a few weeks remaining for term 2 so get in
quick for workshops and events happening at the Centre! Click on the link below to see what is available or scroll down for more details.
Join us for a Wardrobe Masterclass led by sustainable fashion expert Hazel Law. Discover how to style clothing you already own, buy less, have higher wardrobe satisfaction and be more intentional with your purchases.
LAST CHANCE TO BOOK FOR THIS SATURDAY!
Saturday 21 June 1-3.30pm - includes tips on how to successfully shop second hand. Bring along some items of clothing to swap and enjoy the nibbles and drinks provided!
Saturday 16 August 1-3.30pm - includes how to create a Spring capsule wardrobe. Bring along some items of clothing to swap or for style inspiration and enjoy afternoon tea with a glass of bubbles or a cuppa!
Join us for some fun hands on workshops where we'll explore versatile recipes to help use up leftovers from your fridge! Together, we will prepare and taste an array of recipes including tortillas, pizza and arancini plus some sweet delights. Provided by local community member Ann Gerlach.
Saturday 28 June 12-3pm - includes how to make tortilla's to create your own quesadillas / tortilla chips plus salsa and choc chip biscuits
Thursday 3 July 11-2pm - includes how to make bhaji fritters and risotto plus a dessert. These recipes
will all be gluten free.
Wednesday 16 July 10-1pm - make your own pizza base and tomato sauce plus weetbix bliss balls. This workshop is during school holidays, children 12-14 years can attend with an adult, over 15 years can attend on their own.
Saturday 2 August 9-12pm - make your own arancini balls and gnocchi with sauce plus a dessert.
Learn the basics of fermentation, discover how fermented foods benefit gut health and gain practical tips to integrate ferments into your diet. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to get hands-on making your own ferments to take home.
The art of weaving is explored in this class where you can create your own loom to keep, then weave your own wall feature or placemats using re-purposed textiles.
