The Young Fellas Gathering at GEGAC on May 21 was the first in what will be an ongoing series of events specifically for young men in community.
Wednesday, May 21 was a massive occasion for GEGAC and community, with the first ever GEGAC Young Fellas Gathering held here at Dalmahoy Street.
Hosted by GEGAC Engagement Officers Peter Harrison and Zac Stewart, the aim of the gathering was to give young men in community a space to contribute their ideas for things GEGAC can do to better engage and serve them and their peers.
And already, some clear suggestions have emerged.
“There was a real interest in organising some on-country activities,” Peter said. “Things like fishing trips, camping, bushwalks – all the fellas were really keen to provide more opportunities to get out on country.”
Peter said planning for a first on-country excursion in June was already underway – the date and details will be announced shortly.
“Hopefully this is just to beginning,” he said. “We want to continue bringing young fellas together to share their ideas and make good things happen.”
Keep an eye out for this, and other deadly things happening at GEGAC, at gegac.org.au/events
If you’d like to contact Peter Harrison or Zac Stewart about events for young people, you can call 5150 0700 or email CulturalTeam@gegac.org.au