Let us support your journey to build your cultural awareness
New sessions of Cultural Awareness Training now available for individuals!
VACCA’s Cultural Awareness Training is designed to provide participants with an introduction to Aboriginal history and culture in Victoria, and an increased understanding of the effects of colonisation, grief and loss on our people.
Developed and delivered by our expert Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Facilitators, our training is appropriate for anyone wanting to know more about Aboriginal history and cultures and how to best support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It is particularly relevant for people in the community services sector who support vulnerable Aboriginal children, young people, families and colleagues.
We are proud of our incredible 65,000 years of stories, traditions and culture, and are committed to strengthening the understanding of Aboriginal history.
We look forward to sharing our culture with you.
Cultural Awareness Training (for individuals)
Our one-day Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Training provides participants with introductory knowledge of Aboriginal culture in Victoria and respectful ways of working with Aboriginal clients, consumers, partners and colleagues.
- Duration – one-day course (7 hours)
- Cost – $220 per person
- Location – online via Zoom or at VACCA's head office in Preston, Melbourne.
Content
This introductory workshop will cover topics and themes including:
- Language, protocols and appropriation
- Aboriginal life before & after colonisation
- Stolen Generations, trauma and healing
- The harm caused by privilege, bias and stereotypes
- Understanding Aboriginal culture today
- Creating culturally safe spaces for Aboriginal people
Our sessions include presentations, video content, experiential activities and guided discussion. We encourage questions and provide opportunities for reflection.
Available dates
- Wednesday 11 December 2024 - onsite at VACCA, 370 Bell Street, Preston 3072
- Thursday 27 February 2025 - online
- Wednesday 19 March 2025 - onsite at VACCA, 370 Bell Street, Preston 3072
- Wednesday 16 April 2025 - online
- Thursday 22 May 2025 - onsite at VACCA, 370 Bell Street, Preston 3072
- Wednesday 18 June 2025 - online