We Weave Together 2026

Created for women — weaving circles, connection to Country, storytelling, and community strength.

About the Program

What is We Weave Together 2026?
Weave Together is a cultural weaving program designed to bring women together for connection, creativity, and time on Country.

Guided by Aboriginal women and supported by community partners, the program offers weaving workshops, storytelling circles, meals, accommodation, and a culturally safe space for women to connect and learn.

What’s Included

Weaving Workshops - Hands-on weaving activities guided by Aboriginal cultural weavers.

Meals Provided - Nutritious meals included across the program.

Accommodation -Comfortable onsite accommodation included for all participants.

Cost

$50 per person
Includes: all workshops, weaving materials, meals, and accommodation.
Transport is not included and must be arranged by your organisation.

Who can Attend

We welcome organisations who support First Nations women across regional and remote NSW, including:

  • Aboriginal Medical Services

  • Women’s health and wellbeing centres

  • Family, youth, and community support services

  • Housing and homelessness organisations

  • DV and crisis support services

  • Councils and community development teams

  • TAFE Aboriginal Studies and student support units

  • Regional arts organisations

  • Social wellbeing and community programs

Program Benefits

Participants will have the opportunity to:

  • Take part in weaving circles

  • Connect deeply with Country

  • Share stories and build community

  • Learn cultural practices from Aboriginal women with weaving knowledge

  • Rest, recharge and feel supported

Register Your Interest

Organisations are invited to submit an expression of interest to bring a group of women to Weave Together 2026. There is no obligation — this simply helps us plan and connect with you.

Frequently Asked Questions – Weave Together 2026

  • A cultural weaving program created by women, for women — focusing on weaving circles, storytelling, and connection to Country.

  • Weave Together 2026 is open to:

    • Women supported by community organisations, including women’s health centres, ACCHOs, housing and homelessness services, youth programs, family support services, councils, social wellbeing programs, and TAFEs.

    • Individual women who wish to attend independently.

    The program welcomes women of all ages, backgrounds, and weaving levels from complete beginners to experienced weavers.

  • The cost is $50 per person, which includes all workshops, weaving materials, meals, and accommodation.

  • No. Transport must be arranged by each individual or the organisation.

  • If your organisation normally provides staff support, supervision, or transport for group activities, then staff attendance is welcome and encouraged. Staff are counted as participants and therefore pay the same $50 fee, which includes meals, accommodation, and all weaving activities.

  • Is the program culturally appropriate?

  • No experience required, all levels welcome.

  • Yes. The ARAA prioritise safety, respect, privacy, and cultural wellbeing of all participants.