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Apologies for this change of plans.

NAIDOC WEEK 2023 "For The Elders"

FREE PUBLIC PRESENTATION AND CONVERSATION

"Sacred Whale Connections ... Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times" .

Research and Compilation by Jen Clarke

From the series "Recovering Ancient Wisdom For A More Conscious Future: Spiritual Stories of Indigenous Australians ... in their own words"

DATE: Tuesday 4 July 2023

TIME: 1:30-2:30pm

LOCATION: Hobsons Bay Public Library - Ferguson Street, Williamstown

ABOUT THE PRESENTATION:

For centuries, Australia's indigenous people have maintained a sophisticated knowledge system, embracing natural sciences, humanities and the arts. To them, humans are not considered a 'superior' species but more-so, a part of all and connected to all.

The coastal indigenous people have a long association with whales and some recognise them as ancestors. Rock engravings, stories and sacred emblems tell us grand stories of whales and the strong connection to them. Their stories extend in to modern times too, including reaching out to the Emperor of Japan to Julian Lennon visiting Australia as part of a documentary about this sacred relationship.

For the "Indigenous People of the World" organisation, in their own words "To the coastal tribes, the whale is the all-powerful Rainbow Serpent and is closely associated with the Rainbow Serpent/Snake of the inland. The whale is associated with fire, earth, energy, wind, water, the sun, the moon and the symbol that links all of these elements - the rainbow."

Although the whale is in the water and we live on the land, the connectedness and spiritual significance is something special and wonderful - to behold, appreciate and understand.

Come along to this presentation to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for our original people and their continuing kinship with the whales.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR/PRESENTER:

After two decades of spending most of her time out of Australia, working with indigenous communities around the world, Jen found herself suddenly locked down in Melbourne (for more than 270 days). By focusing energy in to discovering more at deeper levels, about the indigenous people of Australia, fused with a passion for marine protection, and a personal love of whales, Jen was led to research the coastal nations' people and their relationship with the annually migrating whales.

"There's a deep connection and spiritual significance between indigenous Australians and the whales, and their enduring relationship. I wanted to understand more: how were they spiritually relevant to these groups? What significance did whales hold in ancient times as well as today? What are the stories spoken about in the dreamtime? And more …"

Join Jen as she shares her research along with her own special "Whale Calling Ceremony" experience.

PLEASE ENSURE YOU REGISTER SO WE KNOW YOU WILL BE ATTENDING, AS SPACE IS LIMITED.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

JEN'S PROFESSIONAL PROFILE:

- Accredited Ancient Wisdom / Earth Kinship Practitioner.

- Author of several Best-selling books including the children's book "The Whale Who Forgot His Way".

- Artist and Facilitator of Intuitive "Art To Awaken" Your Soul.

- Public Speaker and Workplace Trainer.

- Creator of "Greater Workplaces" Wellness Program.

- Consultant and Coordinator of Active Philanthropy Programs and Foundations for Corporations and Companies.