Episode 8: The Murawina Story with Aunty Norma Ingram and Aunty Margret Campbell

Episode 8: The Murawina Story with Aunty Norma Ingram and Aunty Margret Campbell

Author: SNAICC – National Voice for our Children December 8, 2025 Duration: 43:23
In this inspiring episode of Kids, Culture, Community – SNAICC Yarns, we sit down with two legendary Elders, Aunty Norma Ingram and Aunty Margret Campbell. Hosted by Narelda Jacobs, this conversation takes us back to Redfern in 1973, to Sheppard Street where Aunty Norma, Aunty Margret, and a group of determined Aboriginal mothers created Murawina, the first fully Aboriginal-run preschool in Australia. With no funding, no toys, and facing a system against them, they built a movement from...

Hosted by SNAICC-National Voice for our Children, Kids, Culture, Community-SNAICC Yarns is a conversation grounded in the lived experiences and expertise of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This isn't a general discussion about issues; it's a direct channel to the knowledge held within communities across the country. Each episode delves into the interconnected themes of child safety, cultural identity, and community-led solutions, offering perspectives you won't often hear in mainstream media. The podcast creates a space for deep, meaningful yarns about what it truly takes to support children to thrive within their culture. You'll hear from community members, practitioners, and advocates who are working on the ground, sharing stories of resilience, innovation, and the enduring strength of kinship. It’s about practical wisdom, policy that works, and the fundamental right of every child to grow up strong in their identity. By tuning in, you gain an understanding of the work being done by Australia’s national peak body for Indigenous children, moving beyond headlines to the heart of community action. The Kids, Culture, Community podcast provides essential listening for anyone interested in social justice, cultural connection, and the future of Australia's First Nations children. It’s a chance to listen, learn, and reflect on the pathways to healing and self-determination, all through the power of authentic storytelling and shared dialogue.
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