The volunteer experience

Early in the year I joined the Studio School as a volunteer mentor together with my now -friend, Eva.

The whole Kimberley team welcomed both Eva and I with open arms and made it seamless for us to enjoy everything the school and volunteer experience had to offer. During local spring trips and school camps that are undertaken by students as part of the three circles of learning, I’ve seen the beauty of the Kimberley in ways that have given me a new appreciation for Indigenous country and culture.

The students taught me how to cast a fishing line, make and cook damper and have helped keep me safe through teaching me traditional ways of how to respect dreaming stories and care for country.  I’m forever grateful for the volunteer experience and I’d recommend it to everyone.

Te-Ru Ana Apiti-Civcic, Mentor