Cultural Camps – Connecting Kids to Culture and Country
What are Cultural Camps?
Cultural Camps are immersive experiences that help Aboriginal children and young people connect with their culture, Country, and community. These camps are designed to strengthen identity, build pride, and support healing through cultural learning and activities. They are a safe space for kids to:
- Learn from Elders and cultural mentors
- Spend time on Country
- Take part in traditional practices
- Build friendships and confidence
Why do Cultural Camps matter?
For Aboriginal children—especially those in care—staying connected to culture is essential. It helps them:
- Understand who they are and where they come from
- Feel proud and strong in their identity
- Heal from trauma and build resilience
- Strengthen ties with family, kin, and community
- Provides a support network
What happens at camp?
Each camp is different, but may include:
- Storytelling and yarning circles
- Cultural arts and crafts (e.g. weaving, painting, woodwork)
- Bush tucker and cooking
- Language learning
- Ceremony and dance
- Fishing, walking, and exploring Country
All camps are guided by local Elders and cultural leaders, and are designed to be safe, respectful and fun.
Who can attend?
Cultural Camps are open to:
- Aboriginal children and young people, especially those in care
- Carers and support workers
- Carers and case workers
- Families and kin who want to reconnect with culture
We prioritise children in our Out-of-Home Care and Culture Support Plan programs, but welcome others depending on availability.
How to get involved
The camps are usually run during the school holidays depending on providers, programs and venues.
If you’re a carer, family member, or community worker and want to refer a child or learn more, please contact us.
Let’s help our kids grow up strong in culture and Country.