October is the month when Cambodian families observe 15 days to honour their deceased loved ones during the Pchum Ben festivities which include gathering at local pagodas, throwing rice balls, lighting candles, and where souls and spirits come to receive offerings from their living relatives. From all of us at COVA Cambodia, wishing a Happy Pchum Ben […]
Yesterday was R U OK? day which aims for people to meaningfully connect with others around them and start a conversation with those who may be struggling. To recognise the importance of the day and to break down the stigmas associated with mental health, Hansen Yuncken organised a BBQ at the Peacock Centre Construction Site. The event was well […]
In preparation for the Cosgrove High School revitalisation works, the COVA project team were included in an Aboriginal Smoking Ceremony led by Aboriginal Cultural Advisor and local Tasmanian Leroy Hart. The ceremony cleansed the site of bad spirits in preparation for the new works. Leroy also spoke to the team about the culturally and environmentally […]
