“Lateral violence” although it may seem like a technical term is a model that is almost older than you or I. For, lateral violence has had many different names in many different cultures. In Canada when speaking about the Native American tradition, it is called the “Collective Soul Wo
After months of hard work and a detailed revision of our processes NPAFACS is proud to announce its success in having met the Council of Quality Improvement requirements and has attained its accreditation until November 2014. Amanda Ewart (CEO) would like to acknowledge the hard work
Ghost Net Australia in Conjunction with HACC and the NPAFACS healing centre is broadening its horizon on ATSI art. The week of the 17th of June saw a new kind of community collaboration of art. As part of an international festival of Indigenous art around the world an NPA ghost net pi
The first annual starry night cinema was presented June 1st by NPAFACS’ Healing centre, in collaboration with NPARC and Menshed was an evening to remember for families and friends. With over 70 adults and children present to munch on hotdogs, fairy bread and good entertainment
Although we may live in arguably one of the most beautiful and untouched parts of the world life can still be hectic and busy. However, with a population of indigenous men who have a higher percentage of serious illness such as diabetes, heart problems, and emotional wellbeing than no
The Chronic Illness Reduction Team at NPAFACS is proud of the turn out it had for biggest morning tea. With over $500 collected, the team was able to support the Cancer Research prevention and support services in a big way. “it was a great feeling of community togetherness. We had ab
2012 will be a big year of promotion of sexual awareness for the Sexual Health Unit at the NPAFACS. With almost 3 in 5 people that have some form of STI in the NPA it is essential to get a handle on the situation. “The aim is to reduce STI’s in the community by increasing condom usage
9th September 2011 On the ninth day, of the ninth month, communities around the world hold events to raise awareness of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). FASD refers to a range of disorders that may affect some babies exposed to alcohol before birth. Some of these disord