• Yakila 2025 registrations open
- deansimpson7
- Jul 4
- 2 min read
Yakila* 2025 is now open for registration. The event provides an opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander personnel and corps members, as well as non-Indigenous personnel, to gather over four days. The theme for this year’s event is Cultural Safety, Reconciliation, and Spiritual Identity.
Yakila’s themes are designed for participants to listen deeply and engage wholeheartedly. The initial part of the Yakila program is specifically designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants, centred around the concepts of sharing, contribution, and wellbeing. The final Faith Days part of the program explores how ancient truths and modern faith intersect in the lives of both Indigenous and non-Indigenous Salvationists.
More than a conference, the Yakila gathering is a space for connection, solidarity, and the exploration of faith. Yakila is held from 11-14 September, at Novotel Sunshine Coast (Qld). Registrations close on 1 August.
The Salvation Army acknowledges First Nations peoples as the Traditional Owners of the lands and waterways of Australia that we now share. It is committed to working alongside First Nations peoples to pursue justice, reconciliation and mutual flourishing. The Salvos are committed in prayer and practice to the lands of Australia and its peoples, seeking reconciliation, unity and equity.
Voices from Yakila 2024:
“Every session, fellowship over meals, conversation, teaching, statement, prayer ... was inspiring, challenging, moving and motivational.”
“Best event I have been to. I am proud I was able to attend as it helped me become a better ally and person.”
“This is the first time I have felt truly at one with my identity. It has helped me teach my students that our different shades don't make us more or less Indigenous. It is what we feel inside.”
“This has had a huge impact for change in me.”
“Great job, team. It was such a privilege to be part of Yakila this year!”
“Great speakers, great atmosphere, great information and interactions was had by me over the 4-day period.”
* ‘Yakila’ is a word from the Wemba Wemba language, meaning ‘walking and talking together in reconciliation and understanding’
