The Aunties
The Break It Down video project, with youth in North Queensland, includes original music and stories of cultural connection from five communities. All the videos are also available through the Hitnet kiosk and wifi service for remote communities which may not have regular internet access.
Break It Down is a project of North Queensland Primary Health Network, with Desert Pea Media.
Short film featuring Djabuganydji Elders describing the history of colonisation, child removal and trauma in their community, and their strength in supporting each other and Djabuganydji youth.
- Suggested for: Communities, Families, Friends & Elders, Young People
- Categories: ∘ Cultural Understanding & Respect ∘, ∘ Promoting Resilience & Preventing Suicide ∘, Video
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