Dear Friends and Family,
At Parklands we desire to serve in love and promote justice. In a modern global community, we are more aware than ever of the injustice and inequality that exists in our world. Our next generation of young people are interested and increasingly committed to addressing serious issues that affect our way of life and the life of those less fortunate.
In 2020, our College once again partnered with RAW Impact to investigate opportunities to learn and serve in Australia. Our heart for justice led us to connect with our First Peoples, and to understand their plight since the landing of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove in 1788. We seek more connection with the traditional owners of our lands and to hear their stories. Through the telling of stories comes understanding and empathy. And through empathy, healing and connection between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples can occur more readily.
In September this year, I will be joining a team of 29 students and staff to connect with and immerse ourselves in the rich culture and history of the Murrawarri Nation. It is our hope that our College community will learn and be challenged by our history. It is also our hope that our friendship with the Murrawarri Nation will inspire the next generation to appreciate the richness of Aboriginal Culture, and appreciate it's important place in the Australian identity.
While "On Country", our team will have the opportunity to serve the Murrawarri Nation by running a youth group program and building an outdoor kitchen in the local school that will provide a much needed facility for this community. Please help us to raise much needed funds for these programs. Every dollar counts and is tax deductible!
Thanks for visiting my Fundraising Page for my On Country trip with RAW Impact!
Well done Charlotte!