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‘Keeping the fire burning’ and honouring our service providers with morning tea

We recognise the profound impact of partnership and community support on our mission. That’s why Marrin Weejali recently hosted our annual morning tea to honour our dedicated service providers, aligning with this year’s NAIDOC theme, ‘Keeping the Fire Burning’. Here are some of the highlights.

‘Knowledge from here is life-changing’ – an appreciative inquiry of Marrin Weejali

Our mission is to assist the Aboriginal community of Western Sydney in living free from addiction and distress in a culturally significant way. Right now, we’re taking a moment to reflect on our journey and plan for the future with the help of our recent appreciative inquiry – ‘Knowledge from here is life-changing.’

Two paths, one destination – navigating recovery together

When you walk through the doors at Marrin Weejali, you may be at life’s lowest point, but here, you’ll find safety, friendship and an immediate sense of belonging. This is a path you don’t have to travel alone. There is power in navigating recovery together. Here is the inspiring story of Trent of Amy.

Walgett Man

Attending Marrin made me realise I did have an addiction and felt that I could face it. And started to get recovery, it was lonely at first but as you become a better person in yourself, you think “id prefer this than going out”

Byron Bay

From attending Marrin I learnt that I could break the cycle, that I am not a sheep and I do not need to follow. Through groups and counselling I learnt how to put boundaries in my life, how to keep myself safe, get out of harm’s way and stay out of trouble with the law.