Local Author: Michelle McGrath
Event description
In the Dharug language, yellamundie means ‘storyteller’.
Join local author Michelle McGrath as she discusses the collection of stories, Yellamundie: Voices & Faces of First Nations People in Sydney.
This beautiful collection of stories (& photos) from 30 Aboriginal people around Sydney will bring the reader closer to the truth about the impacts that colonisation continues to have on our First Peoples. Told in their own words, it is a book for all Australians.
Books will be available for purchase on the day. Payment via card transaction and cash.
Free, bookings required.
All ages, recommended for ages 10+ and adults.
Light refreshments on arrival.
Enquiries: 8495 5028 or libraryprograms@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
Michelle McGrath has has been working in the Indigenous Education Sector since 2018. Born in Ireland, Michelle has called Australia home for more than 30 years and has always been especially interested in Aboriginal Australia. Michelle undertook tertiary studies and is a qualified Teacher's Assistant. Her passions lie in Indigenous education; both the education of our Indigenous children and the education of non-Indigenous children in Aboriginal culture and history. https://www.yellamundie.com.au...
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