I was fortunate enough to visit one of our incredible NSW church partners in March. Hurstville Church of Christ is located in the centre of the fast-growing suburb of Hurstville, as is their heart for local mission. It was such…
For many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, leadership is rooted in culture, kinship, and a deep responsibility to guide others with wisdom, humility, and respect. Strong leadership plays a vital role in: For Lonny, a Wirangu and Wongi man,…
In February, Indigenous Church leaders and theologians gathered from across Australia to attend Raising Our Tribal Voice for Justice, the first Indigenous theological conference of its kind. St Paschal Chapel at the University of Divinity, Box Hill, Victoria, hosted the…
Petros did not have school shoes or socks. He would walk with his eldest sister 5km daily to school in Zimbabwe. Without protection for his feet from the dirt and rocks. At home, their father was abusive, and their mother…
Buhle’s mother abandoned her as a toddler. The landlord found her in their home alone and took her to Khayelihle Children’s Village (KCV). This tragic event marked the beginning of a transformative journey for Buhle. GMP Relief and Development partner…
“Country is incredibly significant to Indigenous people in Australia….” Uncle Norman Terrick is a Wurundjeri elder (the traditional owners of much of the Melbourne and surrounding areas). He often participates as the Indigenous contributor on the IMA Songlines tours held…
In celebration of NAIDOC week, IMA Coordinator East, Nick Wight, interviewed Mary Slabb, co-founder of Juraki Surf Culture in NSW: Tell us a bit about yourself. Who’s your mob, and where is home for you? I was born in Brewarrina…
I began ministry among the Mru community in 2008. I have come to realise how important it is to help improve their standard of living through good sanitation and by creating a hygienic environment. Since 2013, I have helped to…