THE LEARNING CIRCLE

Events, workshops & learning and development opportunities to build your cultural capacity

As experts in intercultural collaboration, Murawin is proud to offer a range of experiences, events & workshops aimed at building your organisations capacity to work in genuine collaboration with First Nations people, cultures, communities & Country.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Guwiyal (Dunghutti for fire or flame) is a Country-centred retreat, providing an immersive experience for women who’ve dedicated decades to work & family, & are now seeking a meaningful, transformative experience to shape their future.

Connect on Country with other women who are embracing transformation in their lives.

Reflect & find the courage & space to reconnect with yourself.

Reignite your own sense of purpose, passion & creativity by letting Country inspire & heal you.

Two Way Planning, Design & Place Masterclass

An interactive masterclass on placemaking with a Country-centred approach, for built environment professionals hosted by Murawin CEO & co-founder Carol Vale & Collaborations Managing Director Michelle Howard.

Build your capacity to work more effectively with Indigenous communities & integrate cultural narratives & First Nations strategies into your design & planning work.

  • Develop an understanding of an Indigenous Australian approach to place.
  • Explore the opportunities of inter-cultural planning & design.
  • Apply frameworks for planning & designing with Country.

Hands of Time Workshops

Navigating workplace complexities & changing the status quo, demands creativity, insight & an understanding of reality.

The Hands of Time Workshop takes participants on a journey through Indigenous Australia, looking at the impact that historical issues have had on contemporary society & how we can break those cycles & provide opportunities.

  • Provide a greater understanding of the historical, political, economic, & social issues impacting on Indigenous people & communities.
  • Increase capacity to engage & work more effectively & strategically with Indigenous stakeholders.
  • Strive for positive changes in participant knowledge & attitudes

Barri Marruma Workshops

These workshops are designed to deepen your understanding of the importance of Country & learn about our signature Country-centric methodology Barri Marruma. In turn elevating your project design, implementation & delivery.

  • Gain a deeper awareness & understanding of the interconnected & interdependent relationship between humans & the environment around us from a First Nations perspective.
  • Learn & discuss how your project could take on a Country first approach.
  • Discuss how the Barri Marruma methodology can create new business opportunities for your organisation.

Learn more about Barri Marruma

Learn more about Weaving Our Stories

Led by First Nations Artisans & Weaving Facilitators, Weaving Our Stories is an interactive experience that acknowledges the deep cultural significance of weaving in Aboriginal Culture & positions our weaving circles as a way for all people to connect with, & honour that heritage.

These weaving circles are also highly effective as a creative engagement & facilitation method, creating a safe space to yarn while engaging in a tactile & culturally significant activity.

  • Connect with others while learning the traditional art of weaving.
  • Celebrate & learn about other cultures by sitting down in circle together.
  • Perfect for a meaningful team building activity in educational, corporate or government settings.