The possum skin cloak - Being warmed by culture

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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 practice can strengthen Aboriginal children, families and communities, and why culture must be recognised as central rather than symbolic. 

  • Year: 2014 
  • Author: Muriel Bamblett 
  • Organisation: VACCA 
  • Journal: Children Australia 

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