Learn the traditional art of African Beading with the UQ African Students Association.
n Africa there is no gender boundary in the realm of beads. Both men and women wear beads for a variety of reasons including adornment and status. Whatever their origin, whatever their meaning, from the very simple to the very complex, from ancient to modern, African beads are exquisite works of art. They provide beautiful souvenirs and make ideal gifts for friends and family back home. As collectables, antique and rare beads are excellent investments. Even a single old chevron is a singularly unique work of art. But most of all, beads have a practical function. They are portable and can be worn-their beauty shared.
As the African Students Association (ASA), we would like to share this segment of our culture to communicate the different countries and part of Africa by using the colours of beads to explain the use meaning behind individual country flags.
Location
Workshop will be held in the Great Court, St Lucia campus
Registration
Due to safety reasons and in line with current guidelines, registration is essential for these workshops.
Select 1 of the following sessions (all sessions have a maximum capacity of 15 people):
- 10.30am
- 11.30am
- 12.30pm
About World Indigenous Peoples Day 2020
World Indigenous Peoples Day (9 August) was first proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in December 1994, to be celebrated every year during the first International Decade of the World's Indigenous People (1995 – 2004).
Join the UQ community in celebrating both the traditional and modern experiences of Indigenous cultures from around the world.
On this day, people from around the world are encouraged to spread the UN’s message on the protection and promotion of the rights of indigenous peoples.
UQLife is partnering with Student Associations, UQ South Pacific Islander Association and UQ African Students Association, along with community partners to bring you a program of performances, workshops and delicacies throughout the day.
Registrations are essential for all workshops and places are strictly limited.
Check out the full program
Great Court, St Lucia campus
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 9.55am | Official Opening and Welcome |
| 10am |
Marvi Sunga |
| 10.30am |
Workshops
Registrations essential. |
| 11am |
African Drumming Workshop |
| 11.30am |
Workshops
Registrations essential. |
| 12pm |
Cutlural Performance |
| 12.30pm |
Jazz and Afro Beat Performance |
| 12.30pm |
Workshops
Registrations essential. |
| 1pm |
Performance |
| 5.30-7.30pm |
BOY Registrations essential |
Online program
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 4pm |
Mu'ooz Cooking Class |
Live on Facebook |
| 6pm |
Hula Active Cultural Dance Class Registrations essential |
Online Class via Zoom |
COVID Safe Events
All events and spaces are operating in line with current guidelines. We ask that you please practice social distancing at all times.
You may attend an event or activity at a UQ location providing:
- Have not been in close contact with an active COVID-19 case and are required to quarantine
- You are feeling well and have not had a fever, cough, sore throat, headache, distorted sense of taste, shortness of breath, chills, vomiting or any cold/flu like symptoms within the last 24 hours.