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Newkind: a festival-style social change conference

15.10.2024

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Newkind is a festival-style social change conference that creates a space for people to come together to celebrate our humanity and inspire positive social action. Enjoy 4 days of discussion panels, workshops, arts, and entertainment with meals included while camping under the stars.

Newkind 2024 Saturday 2nd - Tuesday 5th of November on Dja Dja Wurrung Country in Redbank, Victoria.

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