My name is Aaron Japangardi Murray-Raschella, and my people are the Wiradjuri of New South Wales. “Japangardi” is the skin name given to me by the Walpiri people of Ali Curung — a kinship honour I carry with great pride and deep respect.

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I come from a strong and diverse cultural background. My father migrated to Australia as a child from Calabria, Italy, and my mother, who is Wiradjuri, was born in Adelaide and raised in Coober Pedy. Growing up in a multicultural household gave me a deep appreciation for the diversity, stories, and cultures that make Australia unique.

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Shared Culture Education was established in 2026, however the knowledge, experiences, and cultural connections that shape our workshops have been lived and learned throughout my life, family, community, and years working within Aboriginal Education.

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For many years, I have worked across a variety of roles in Aboriginal Education, where I have been fortunate enough to combine my passion for culture, community, and children’s learning. Through this work, I strive to create meaningful cultural learning experiences that encourage understanding, respect and connection.

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Everything I do is grounded in deep respect for the strength, resilience, and knowledge of Aboriginal peoples from all Nations —who continue to preserve, protect, and share culture for future generations.

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I am passionate about creating safe, engaging, and authentic opportunities for people to learn about Aboriginal culture through storytelling, hands-on learning, education, and cultural connection.