Centacare

 
A celebration amidst dancing, speeches, smoke and applause marked the official office opening of Juwarki Kapu-Lug Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation (Juwarki).

Fr Hays was among the many attending Juwarki’s opening ceremony, continuing his lifelong dedication to supporting and working alongside the region’s Indigenous population.

“NAIDOC Week was an excellent time to hold the Juwarki opening, as well as being a wonderful opportunity to get into the community and connect with a fabulous cross-section of our diverse population in the Rockhampton and surrounding regions,” said Centacare Rockhampton Centre Manager Kate Venables.

Juwarki, one of a number of amazing Indigenous community service organisations, serves as the hub for the Michael Hayes Diversionary Centre, Cell Watch, Prison Aid, and QIADP (each of which offers professional community and support services to Indigenous and non-Indigenous clients).

The name “Jawarki Kapu-Lug”, originating from two different language groups (Darumbal and Torres Strait Islands), means “Spirit Bird” (“Juwarki”) and “Safe Home” (“Kapu-Lug”). In many ways the name is probably the best indicator of the way it fits into the community by providing services for clients in a way that is immersed in culture and family values.

For more information about Juwarki and the services on offer please the office on 07 4927 7508.