Traditional Healers of Central Australia

Ngangkari

NPY Women's Council Aboriginal Corporation

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Magabala Books
01 March 2013

History; Indigenous peoples; Health systems & services; Complementary therapies, healing & health

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Traditional Healers of the Central Desert contains unique stories and imagery and primary source material: the ngangkari speak directly to the reader. Ngangkari are senior Aboriginal people authorised to speak publicly about Anangu (Western Desert language speaking Aboriginal people) culture and practices. It is accurate, authorised information about their work, in their own words.

The practice of traditional healing is still very much a part of contemporary Aboriginal society. The ngangkari currently employed at NPY Women's Council deliver treatments to people across a tri-state region of about 350,000 sq km, in more than 25 communities in SA, WA, and NT. Acknowledged, respected, and accepted, these ngangkari work collaboratively with hospitals and health professionals even beyond this region, working hand-in-hand with Western medical practitioners.

By: NPY Women's Council Aboriginal Corporation
Imprint: Magabala Books
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 270mm, Width: 240mm,
Weight: 1.200kg
ISBN: 9781921248825
ISBN 10: 1921248823
Pages: 272
Publication Date: 01 March 2013
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active