The Mingu Yabun Group from Mount Druitt Community Corrections recently took part in the ‘Blue Tree Project’ to raise awareness for mental health.
As part of this initiative, the group created a symbolic tree. Its trunk features travelling tracks with meeting points, representing shared journeys. Footprints illustrate the steps individuals and communities take together towards better mental health, while the leaves display details of service providers offering help and guidance to those passing by. Through this creative project, the group engaged in conversations about mental health as part of their recovery journey.
The finished artwork (above) and bringing the tree to life (right).
What is Mingu Yabun?
Mingu Yabun is a specialised, culturally appropriate alcohol and other drug support program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
