Aminina Nud Mulumuluna ("You Gotta Look After Yourself"): Evaluation of the use of traditional art in health promotion for Aboriginal people in the Kimberley region of Western Australia
Authors:
Barbara Davis a;
Nicky McGrath b;
Sara Knight b;
Susan Davis b;
Mark Norval c;
Gail Freelander c;
Lorna Hudson c
| Affiliations: | a Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
| b Jean Hailes Foundation for Women, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | |
| c Mowanjum Artists Spirit of the Wandjina Aboriginal Corporation (MASWAC), Derby, West Australia |
DOI:
10.1080/00050060410001701816
Publication Frequency:
4 issues per year
Subjects:
Counseling Psychology;
Multidisciplinary Psychology;
Psychiatry & Clinical Psychology - Adult;
Number of References: 19
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Abstract
This research documents an evaluation of preventive health resources developed for Aboriginal people in the west Kimberley region. The project was a collaboration between The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women and Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal health workers, educators and artists from Looma, Pandanus Park, Derby and Mowanjum. Traditional art and language provided a basis for cultural identity and imparting modern health knowledge. Two health booklets and a video (Aminina Nud Mulumuluna - “You Gotta Look After Yourself” and Wungai Ngunga - “Women's Business”) were produced. Qualitative research suggests that the resources were well accepted, fostered health discussions and contributed to the pride and self-esteem of local people. Collaboration and the integration of traditional and modern health knowledge contributed to a contemporary view of Aboriginal health.
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