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Cultural Camps evaluation
About this evaluation: VACCA’s Cultural Camps bring Aboriginal young people aged 10 to 18 together during the school holidays to connect with culture, community and Country in a safe and supportive environment. The camps include storytelling, time... -
Forever business: A framework for maintaining and restoring cultural safety in Aboriginal Victoria
About this journal article: This article summarises This is Forever Business, a major policy and research report developed by VACCA. It outlines a framework for understanding and strengthening cultural safety in Aboriginal Victoria, with a focus on... -
Healing through culture: Aboriginal young people's experiences of social and emotional wellbeing impacts of cultural strengthening programs
About this journal article: Drawing on the experiences of young people involved in VACCA’s Narrun Yana art collective, this article explores how cultural strengthening programs support social and emotional wellbeing. It shows how participation can... -
Return to Country evaluation
About this evaluation: VACCA’s Return to Country program supports Aboriginal children and young people in out-of-home care to visit their home Country, connect with family and Elders, learn about history and culture, and build pride in who they are... -
The possum skin cloak - Being warmed by culture
About this journal article: In this commentary, Muriel Bamblett, VACCA’s CEO, reflects on the cultural importance of the possum skin cloak as a source of Koorie identity, belonging and healing. This piece explores how reconnecting with cultural...
