History and Culture of Torres Strait Islands with Cecelia Wright

Indigenous Health MedTalk

On the show today we talk to Cecelia Wright, a leading multicultural trainer, communicator and champion for indigenous education and inclusion. Cecelia is the founder of Cultural inclusions. Today we yarn about the History and culture of Torres Strait Islands and Cecelia shares a Torres Strait islander story AND teaches me how to sing head, shoulders, knees and toes in Torres Strait Creole! Bio: Cecelia is a leading multicultural trainer, communicator and champion for indigenous education and inclusion. Originally from Thursday Island in the Torres Strait, Cecelia has extensive experience embedding Cultural practices and inclusive practices in the Early Childhood Sector. www.culturalinclusions.com.au/about-us/ Woven Mats: https://www.culturalinclusions.com.au/product/coconut-woven-place-mats/ Cooking and Weaving Book: https://www.culturalinclusions.com.au/product/traditional-torres-strait-island-cooking-book-palm-fronds-pastimes-weaving-book/ Torres Strait Island Regional Council: History of the Torres Strait Islands http://www.tsirc.qld.gov.au/our-communities/torres-strait-history YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4NTepAA2spMELrOGl_Sa2Q Instagram: @culturalinclusions