Jagen – Connection to Country

The Jagen program invites students to explore their connection to Country through Aboriginal cultural knowledge, storytelling and hands-on learning. Students discover the significance of local landscapes, waterways, native plants, bush foods and medicines, while learning about the relationships between people, Country and community. Through engaging cultural experiences, students develop a deeper understanding of the importance of caring for Country and respecting the knowledge passed down through generations.

Discover Connection to Country

  • Explore the significance of Country and its connections to Aboriginal cultures, identity and community.
  • Learn about the local Aboriginal history, cultural knowledge and connections to Country.
  • Discover native plants, bush foods and traditional bush medicines and their cultural uses.
  • Explore the importance of local waterways, landscapes and natural environments.
  • Learn about caring for Country and the importance of protecting the environment for future generations.
  • Participate in a collaborative artwork that reflects connections to Country and is gifted to the school.

Program Cost: From $3,850 per day (incl. GST)

Program Duration: Full school day | 5 × 40–60-minute sessions | 2 facilitators

Large School Bookings

For schools with more than 420 students, we recommend delivering Jagen over multiple days to allow for meaningful cultural learning and participation. Additional program days and flexible scheduling are available upon request.

What’s Included

Two experienced Aboriginal cultural facilitators.
All cultural resources and activity materials.
A morning sweeping ceremony.
A personalised collaborative artwork, gifted to the school with its accompanying cultural story.
Travel within our standard service area.

Bring Jagen to Your School

Bring Aboriginal cultural learning into your school through our Jagen program, where students explore local Country, waterways, native plants, bush foods and the importance of caring for the environment. Through storytelling, hands-on activities and collaborative artwork, students develop a deeper understanding of their school’s connection to Country.

Contact Nyumbar Aboriginal Education to discuss available dates, student numbers and how we can tailor the experience to your school.