Aboriginal health should consider not only the physical health and wellbeing of the individual, but the social, emotional and cultural health of the surrounding community. Broader issues like connection to country, traditional knowledge, spiritual connection, and spiritual health all play a central part in the health of Aboriginal people as a whole.
SWAMS proudly supports and delivers a range of cultural and community events throughout the year to promote not only physical but social, emotional and community wellbeing.
Some of our regular programs are listed below.
Djookan Dandjoo Maladjiny (Sister Connecting Growing)
- When: Wednesday during school term (starting 12 February 2025)
- Time: 11 am – 2 pm AWST
- Location: Djin Djin Mart – Sampson Road, Bunbury
Come together and enjoy a range of fun activities,
- yarning,
- circles,
- guest speakers
- music
- dance
- storytelling
- health and wellbeing workshops
- cultural connection workshops
A fantastic opportunity to connect, create and share in a welcoming and supportive space.
Women of ages 15+ are invited to join us on this journey of healing, empowerment and community.
Together we are building path of healing strength and connections of our women.
For more information contact SWAMS Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drug Services team on (08) 9760 1901 or email group.activities@swams.com.au
Men’s Group
Maamun Danjoo Koorliny Wankininy
Men together walking talking
- When: Thursdays 10:30 am – 2pm AWST
- Where: Djin Djin Mart, 23 Sampson Road, Bunbury
What is Men’s Group
The men’s group is named Maamun Danjoo Koorliny Waankininy and translates to ‘Men, together walking
talking’ in the local Noongar language dialect.
It is a community-based group with the purpose of encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
men to connect and communicate in a safe space.
Men can speak freely about issues such as:
- mental health
- alcohol and other drugs
- housing
employment - prison release
- culture and much more
Activities and Workshops
There are a wide range of activities for participants such as:
- NAIDOC Week
- Family BBQ find-raisers
- Yarning sessions
Workshops:
- Cultural activities
- Health and wellbeing
- Diabetes
- Nutrition
- Suicide prevention
- Painting
- Day trips, excursions and camps
- Sexual health and blood borne viruses
- Tackling Indigenous Smoking
- Social and Emotional Wellbeing
Who can join?
This group is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men only.
It is based at Djin Djin Mart, Sampson Road, and is FREE to join. A healthy lunch is provided by the South West Aboriginal Medical Service.
If you’d like to join or would like more information, please contact SWAMS.
Men’s Group Contacts
For enquiries, please contact SWAMS Engagement Team.
Address: Unit 3, 30 Wellington St, Bunbury.
Phone (08) 9797 8111
Transport is available on request.
In addition to these events, we also collaborate with other community organisations to deliver a range of health and wellbeing programs. We run cultural events such as our annual NAIDOC Family Fun Day, NAIDOC Elders Luncheon and many others throughout the year. All of our programs and events are promoted on our website and Facebook page.