Culture at KJ

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Kanyirninpa Jukurrpa (KJ) was born from the vision of Martu Elders, who sought to preserve their culture, strengthen connections to Country, and ensure a sustainable future for their people. This vision was brought to life through the efforts of its co-founders, including Muuki Taylor, a Pujiman and senior law man. Muuki holds a wealth of knowledge about Martu law, songs and customs, Country and Martu family histories.

Today Muuki works as Senior Cultural Advisor and co-patron for KJ, providing invaluable cultural advice that guides KJ’s goals and aspirations:

“Martu are strong. Martu have the knowledge. With KJ, Martu are looking after their country the right way. We should keep going. When the old people are finished, the young people must keep going, looking after country. All the future generations should be working to look after country, burning the right way, looking after rock wallabies and digging out waterholes.”

– Muuki Taylor, Senior Cultural Advisor¹ Kanyirninpa Jukurrpa (KJ), “About KJ”, accessed November 2024,[link]

Established in 2005 and incorporated as a separate not-for profit charity in 2009, KJ works alongside Martu to build strong, sustainable communities. KJ’s mission is guided by three core objectives:

• Support Martu to look after culture and Country.
• Build a sustainable economy in the Martu communities.
• Build pathways for young Martu to a healthy future.