Guwiyal | Igniting the Fire Within

Guwiyal (Fire/Flame) - Igniting the Fire Within

An on-Country opportunity for women with purpose to reconnect with their internal flame and inspiration.

As women we come to a crossroad in our life path where we face a choice to step back and be less visible, or to step into our wisdom and honour our voice. What opportunities open up when we reach a point in our lives that our responsibility for others diminishes? How do we find the courage and space to reconnect with the self that emerges? Our wisdom, creativity, talents and passions are waiting.

Come and spend time on beautiful Gumbaingirr/Anaiwan Country with Traditional Knowledge Holders, let Country inspire and heal, reconnect with your own sense of purpose and creativity, build new connections with other women who are embracing their life lessons and gifts.

Carol Vale (a Traditional Owner of this Country) and Michelle Howard are experienced facilitators who share a passion for working inter-culturally and building capacity for change. Our shared experience of working with communities and individuals across Australia and internationally has inspired us to create a focus on our role and leadership as women with life wisdom. Together we will create an experience that nourishes your sense of purpose and reignites your inner fire.

You can expect:

• Rich cultural experiences.
• Provocative dialogue about ageing with passion and purpose.
• Gentle stretching our bodies and minds.
• Time for reflection in nature.
• Sharing delicious food with each other and local community.

Your workshop package includes:

• Interactive program from 3pm Friday – 1pm Sunday
• Walk on Country and cultural activities
• Lunch Saturday & Sunday
• Dinner Friday & Saturday nights

Inclusive cost: $990 (incl GST)

At your own expense: transport, accommodation and alcohol.

The Facilitators

Carol Vale is a Dunghutti entrepreneur, businesswoman, CEO, empathetic and visionary leader, and co-founder of Murawin. Carol’s passion, determination and commitment have driven her impressive 40-year career as a specialist in complex systems change particularly in working wiht First Nations communities and stakeholders. Carol specialises in working with others across a broad range of industries to enhance their organisational capacity through social research,   stakeholder engagement and evaluation services. She provides practical tools and professional services to her clients that are culturally sensitive, and outcome focused and reflect her experience (including three decades in the public sector), history and culture

Michelle Howard is a Fellow of the Planning Institute of Australia and an internationally accredited facilitator and strategic planner. Born on Palawa Country, Michelle has worked with Indigenous colleagues and friends since 1988 to integrate a stronger cultural narrative and voice in art, planning and design projects. As Managing Director of Collaborations, she has worked on planning, design and infrastructure projects across Australia for the past 30 years. Michelle’s skills in stakeholder engagement, strategic planning and managing complex issues of change, have been sought after by public, private and not-for-profit organisations. Michelle is an experienced trainer and mentor within the urban planning and community engagement sectors.