CDU EVENT
Vincent Lingiari Memorial Gathering
| Presenter | Charlie King OAM, AM | |
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| Contact person | E: firstnationsleadership@cdu.edu.au | |
| Location | Orange 7 Amphitheatre, CDU Casuarina Campus | |
| Open to | All International audience, CDU staff and students, Public | |
Gurindji man Charlie King OAM AM invites you to gather round the campfire for an evening of truth-telling, storytelling and song.
He’ll share the emotional journey of walking in his mother’s footsteps and the challenge of living in two worlds; alongside a short video of the Country she was taken from.
From the legacy of Vincent Lingiari to the communities that raised him, Charlie reflects on a life dedicated to building safer, stronger futures.
Featuring a special performance by ARIA Award-winning artist Sara Storer, and a moving song by his 17-year-old niece, Sky Nelson.
Or watch a live stream of the event on Vimeo.
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