Yo-Wah (Greetings)
We are a collective of direct descendants of Kerwalli of Brisbane supported by community members dedicated to sharing culture, knowledge, history, and connection through community engagement, education, consultation, art, and cultural services.
Our work supports schools, organisations, councils, businesses, projects, and community groups seeking meaningful cultural guidance and respectful collaboration.
Through storytelling, teaching, Welcome to Country, consultation, creative projects, and community involvement, we aim to create spaces for learning, understanding, and connection to Country.
This website has been created to provide information about our services, current projects, and ways to make enquiries online.
We thank you for visiting and respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live, work, and gather.
Uncle Steven Coghill
Dedicated to sharing Yuggera culture, language, and strengthening community through connection to Country.
Meet the Elders
Gaja Kerry Charlton
Dedicated to preserving Yagara language, culture, and the enduring connection to Country.
Uncle Lafe Charlton
Dedicated to preserving Yagara language, culture, and the enduring connection to Country. A
Uncle Eddie Ruska
Eldest dedicated to preserving Yagara language, culture, and the enduring connection to Country.
Our vision & purpose
Yagara Magandjin Aboriginal Corporation (YMAC) are leading authority for culture and heritage lands and water on Magandjin Country, including leading language preservation, providing Welcome to Country, and advocating for the rights, wellbeing, and recognition of Aboriginal people. We protect, preserve, and promote Yagara cultural knowledge, language, and heritage while representing Traditional Owner voices in decision-making processes that affect Aboriginal people on Magandjin Country.
Through collaboration, education, and cultural leadership, YMAC is committed to ensuring that Yagara knowledge, traditions, and connection to Country continue to thrive for future generations. We work to strengthen community, uphold cultural integrity, and foster meaningful partnerships that respect and celebrate the enduring presence of the Yagara people.
What we do
Education & Teaching
Sharing culture, history, storytelling, and learning experiences through workshops, talks, and educational programs.
Welcome to Country
Cultural welcomes for events, ceremonies, community gatherings, and special occasions.
Art & Creative Projects
Collaborative artwork, exhibitions, workshops, and culturally informed creative initiatives.
Community Engagement
Supporting meaningful community connection, collaboration, and culturally respectful engagement.
Language Projects & Place Naming
Cultural guidance for language projects, naming of sites and places, and initiatives connected to Country, history, and cultural significance.
Cultural Consultation
Providing cultural guidance and consultation for organisations, schools, councils, businesses, and community projects.
Caring for Barrambin
Publications
Enquiries
Thank you for your interest in working with our YMAC Elders.
Please use the enquiry form below to contact us regarding cultural services, events, consultations, projects, education programs, collaborations, or community engagement opportunities.
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