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Culture is Life is an Aboriginal-led Not-For-Profit organisation that believes all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Young People have the right to thrive and flourish. Culture is Life believes that all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people have the right to thrive and flourish; strong in knowing who they are, where they come from and who they are connected to. All our efforts dee

pen young people’s experiences of culture as protection through thoughtfully designed, simple to access and easy to use policies, projects, resources and campaigns. We join together with others to create meaningful lives for all our young people with a special emphasis on those experiencing vulnerability and who are at risk of self-harm and su***de. All Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people are proud custodians of the oldest living culture on Earth and have opportunities to connect, contribute and thrive in Australia and the world. Culture is Life supports young people to deepen their connection to culture, Country and community, contributes to global knowledge and positively impacts the health and wellbeing of this and future generations. Page Guidelines:
- Culture is Life aims to create respectful, progressive and beneficial dialogue online
- We have the right to remove any comments that are deemed to be offensive, discriminatory, defamatory, or aggressive
- If users have any concerns or questions concerning the operation of the Culture is Life page, private message or email are the best ways to reach us
- We ask that you are culturally sensitive and considerate when voicing your opinions

19/02/2026

📢 UPDATE! Fullaship Elevation! ✨
We're taking a strategic pause on Fullaship for 2026.

Why? Because over four incredible years, we've gathered so much wisdom and feedback from young mob across the continent. 🖤💛❤️ We value these insights deeply and want to take the time to reflect on all the amazing energy and ideas you've shared. 💭⚡

This pause means we will not be recruiting new Fellows this year and instead, can refine and elevate Fullaship, making it the absolute best it can be. 🚀

In the meantime, we'll be strengthening our connections with our incredible Alumni network and will have other opportunities to connect with Culture is Life throughout the year. 🌿✨

Stay connected, stay deadly, and get ready for a next-level Fullaship in 2027! 🔥 We're excited for what's to come, and we hope you'll keep in touch. 🙌🏽

17/12/2025

In November 2025, Fellow Tyson Neal Edwards (Waddawurrung, Gunditjmara & Arrernte) shared powerful insights with his peers about the work he and his team led during the Gariwerd (Grampians National Park) fires 🔥🌿

Their leadership in forest fire management, cultural heritage protection and disaster recovery has since been recognised nationally 👏🏽🏆
 Big shoutout to Tyson and the incredible work he continues to do. We loved hearing the passion and care you bring to protecting Country 🖤💛❤️

12/12/2025

Victoria’s Treaty is here! Victorian Parliament has passed legislation to make the first Treaty with First Peoples in this country a reality. First People’s Assembly of Victoria has organised a celebration in Naarm to officially mark the new Treaty era. It’s a moment for everyone who calls Victoria home to reflect on this long journey and celebrate! 🖤💛❤️

14/11/2025

The 2025 Fellows just wrapped an incredible week in Garramilla on Larrakia Country, a week of reflection, storytelling, healing and deep connection with community and Country.

From Uncle Dr Richard Fejo’s Saltwater Ceremony, to SEWB learnings with Mark Nannup, values grounding with Aunty Steff, storytelling with Gen Grieves, visits to Children’s Ground and Minramana Community, and a beautiful bush medicine workshop with Aunty Cheryl, every day was packed with culture, growth and purpose.

We closed with a powerful circle led by Dr Carmen Cubillo and heartfelt ‘Who You?’ presentations that brought the cohort even closer.

Huge love to all our First Nations hosts and facilitators for welcoming us so generously.

❤️🤎🖤

13/11/2025

Join award-winning filmmaker Rachel Perkins and esteemed historian Henry Reynolds at the launch of The Australian Wars book tomorrow night. After sold out launch events in Sydney and Melbourne, the conversation now heads to The Australian War Memorial on Ngunnawal Country in Canberra.

Rachel has long called for First Nations people who died in Frontier Wars conflicts – as well as colonists who were killed – to be officially recognised by this institution ❤️🖤🤎

Co-edited with Stephen Gapps, Mina Murray, and Henry Reynolds, this ground breaking book was conceived by Rachel Perkins following her award-winning documentary series of the same name, produced by Blackfella Films for SBS. 🎥✨

Image credit: Dylan River

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13/11/2025

11/11/2025

📚 Launching The Australian Wars Book!

Huge congratulations to everyone involved in creating The Australian Wars book, being launched around the country this week!

Co-edited with Stephen Gapps, Mina Murray, and Henry Reynolds, the book was conceived by the incredible Rachel Perkins following her award-winning documentary series produced by Blackfella Films for SBS. 🎥✨

The book builds on the meticulous research conducted for the documentary series, and covers Frontier Wars battles across all the states and territories. It’s a hugely valuable resource for history teachers, and essential reading for all Australians to progress truth-telling in this country. ❤️🖤🤎

Look out for launch events happening in:

Gadigal Country (Sydney)

Wurundjeri and Boon Wurrung Country (Melbourne)

Ngunnawal Country (Canberra) ... and hopefully more to come!

🔍Look it up! Don’t miss this important work.

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06/11/2025

Don’t miss this! Tomorrow night in Naarm!

We’re so proud that our Education Consultant and Fullaship Elder, Aunty Stephanie Armstrong OAM, will be in conversation with Mervyn Bishop and Tim Dobbyn to launch the illustrated biography; Black, White + Colour!

Mervyn Bishop took one of the most significant photos in Australian history: Gough Whitlam pouring a handfull of sand into the hands of Vincent Lingiari. As Australia’s first Aboriginal press photographer, his story is a must-hear.

Still a few tickets left - book via trybooking!

Avenue Bookstore, Elsternwick. It’s FREE!

15/10/2025

The school year is flying, but there’s still time to bring our 2025 NAIDOC Education Resources into your classroom!

Here’s a peak at some engaging activities for Early Learning to Year 10, aligned with this year’s theme, ‘The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy.’ Designed to be used all year round!

Download Now: Find the official resources (developed by Culture is Life, National NAIDOC Committee, and ABC Education) on our website.

Share Your Voice: Used them already? We want to hear your experience! Complete our quick feedback survey.

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13/10/2025

Professional development webinars for teaching The Australian Wars are now live on our YouTube channel! 📺

Access some of our best discussions anytime and share these essential resources with your colleagues ✨

Deepen your understanding and boost your confidence with Rachel Perkins and our team of Aboriginal educators! 🫶🏽

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457 Glen Huntly Rd.
Elsternwick, VIC
3185

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http://www.cultureislife.org/

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