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Reset & Resist!

A free mob-only healing event with FYA First Nations in Naarm.

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Reset & Resist! was an in-person healing event in Narrm for young mob (16–35 yrs).

Following a challenging year for many mob, this gathering provided an opportunity to come together, connect, reflect, and reset in collective strength ahead of Invasion Day and the year ahead.

What was Reset and Resist?

Reset and Resist was a space to yarn with other young mob in Narrm about the things that mattered to them and to celebrate Blak joy with live music and a feed. The morning at Aunty Alma’s Gathering Place was all about Reset & Resist!

This event was held in partnership with Common Ground, Koorie Youth Council (KYC), Seed Mob and National Indigenous Youth Education Coalition (NIYEC).

What participants experienced

  • Smoking ceremony 
  • An empowering yarning circle to share stories, reflections and celebrate the joy that arises from our collective strength.
  • Morning tea provided catered to all dietary requirements
  • Live music
  • Chat with event partners Common Ground, Koorie Youth Council (KYC), Seed Mob and National Indigenous Youth Education Coalition (NIYEC).

When and where

Venue: Aunty Alma Thorpe’s Gathering Place at Dardi Munwurro, 546 – 550 High Street, Preston VIC 3072

Time: 9.30am – 12pm

Frequently asked questions

What was the agenda?

  • 9.30AM – Acknowledgment of Country
  • 9.35 AM – Smoking Ceremony
  • 9:50 AM – Intro to event/hear from our partners
  • 10:10 AM – Yarning Circle
  • 11:10 AM – Closing remarks
  • 11:15 AM – Morning tea and live music by Maylene Yinarr
  • 12:00 PM – Finish

Who was leading the event?

The yarn will be led by the First Nations team at FYA. 

What inclusion and accessibility support was provided?

We work to make all our events as accessible to as many people as possible. 

This event was a COVID-19 safe event and accessible for all Mob. 

Who can I contact for more information?

If you’ve got questions about the yarn, you can email firstnations@fya.org.au