Djiyagan Dhanbaan Birpai Womens Festival 2026

Nyiirun Djiyagan Wakulda ~ Women's Festival 2026 ~ "Together as One' Gathered together at Birpai Local Aboriginal Land Council, Port Macquarie on Birpai Country The Nyiirun Djiyagan Wakulda Women’s Festival, hosted by Djiyagan Dhanbaan – Strong Sister Movement Support Group at Birpai Local Aboriginal Land Council, celebrates Aboriginal culture, community and the strength of women. Beginning in 2017, the festival has grown into an annual gathering, with this year marking the 7th annual festival. It brings Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal women of all ages together in a culturally safe space to share stories, language, song, dance, weaving, art and cultural practices. The festival fosters connection, healing, knowledge exchange and intergenerational mentoring, empowering Aboriginal women to lead, share cultural knowledge and celebrate their identity. It honours the strength of sisterhood, showcases the talents of local and regional women, and nurtures relationships built on respect, understanding and community. 🎥 Filmmaker: Natalia Baechtold / Feather Flower Creative 🎶 Music: Gambirra and The Illume Girls Thank you to our major sponsors and our Women's Festival Host Department of Aboriginal Affairs NSW TAFE Charles Sturt University Kristal Kinsela Consultancy Aboriginal Housing Ltd Djiyagan Dhanbaan 'Strong Sister' Movement Group