A Promise Culture Will Continue
Guardians of the world’s oldest culture meet.
Each year hundreds of senior Anangu women, holders of ancient stories, travel from far across the NPY lands and meet to make sure their culture remains unbroken and nourishes future generations.
The NPY Women’s Council Law & Culture gathering is one of the most subscribed to events on the NPY lands. They gather to ensure the continuance of their culture and to pass on traditional knowledge to younger generations.
Marlene Stewart with NPYWC Chair Margaret Smith
It is a living, breathing education and legacy that transends the pages of books. In a world that rushes forwards, Law and Culture meetings are a testament to the power and resilience of these women. It is a connection and celebration of the enduring spirit of Anangu.
Leonie Bennett from Docker River who supervised the preparation of the gathering site
As our senior women age their frailty means a lot more effort is needed to assist their participation in a bush setting. A big thanks to our volunteers and to the agencies who helped make it a successful gathering this year.
Docker River Store, Docker River Shire office, Docker River Congress Clinic, Central Land Council Docker River Rangers group ,Tjarlirli Arts, Docker River Rise CDP, APY Anthropology, Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park, Skylight and Ngaanyatjarra Health Service.
