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NGARRA’s Uganda Village project is a community-based initiative aimed at empowering youth in a remote village in Uganda through the transformative power of photography and storytelling.
SpeakIng+ApPearAncEs
the only tools we can leave behind
is good story.
stories have the power to transform, to heal, to change the world.
This is an invitation to sit together. You name the place, I'll bring the fire. Let's sit around it for a while. Share some good story. Make good relation. Come back into the pattern of creation.
We are all connected. We are all one people. We all sit around one fire. The land holds us, the stories guide us, and the world asks us to step back into our role as custodians of creation, to pass on the only tools that have the hope of saving the future for the generations that come after us – and that tool is Right Story. Every word written, every song sung, every creative expression carries the potential to spark transformation, and every story shared is a bridge back to what we’ve forgotten, because within us, within our inherited memory from thousands of years sitting around that fire, we all hold a piece of the pattern of creation, we just have to bring them all together, and remember.
We are the ancestors of the future, standing at a turning point in the story of humanity, and the time to make change, real change, is now.
When I speak, it’s not just to tell stories – it’s to honor what those stories ask of us. These aren’t just tales; they’re maps, guides to help us navigate a world that’s forgotten its own patterns. Together, we’ll explore what it means to preserve culture in a time when so much is slipping through our fingers and being lost everyday. We’ll talk about storytelling as medicine, about how stories heal not only people but places, and about how creativity – photography, film, art, words – are the tool for reconnection, a way to return the lens to the people who hold the wisdom so we can all come back into right relation. Come back to who, and what, we are meant to be.
These are not just talks – they are invitations to remember. To remember who we are and the role we’ve been entrusted with. You’ll leave with more than inspiration; you’ll leave with a fire lit within you, a different way of seeing the world and your place in it, and a way to change it. You’ll walk away with the tools to act, to step back into relation with the land, with each other, and with the patterns that sustain all life.
Let's sit, let's speak, listen, & reflect together. Let us braid the stories of the past with the vision for a future where humanity remembers its role - not as separate from creation, but as part of its infinite beauty and balance.
showcase
One Fire Pod featurette
TedX
Rebecoming Custodians
Rebecoming Custodians
Rebecoming Custodians
Rebecoming Custodians
uniting as one voice. one fire. one planet. one people
In a world often divided by borders and noise, the call is simple: gather around one fire, share good story, and forge the bonds that hold us together. That is why I speak wherever there is a space for genuine listening. Whether in boardrooms, schools, retreats, podcasts, expos, conferences, it doesn’t matter to me – what matters is that we raise voices that have long been quiet, share how the rhythms of community support and cultural empathy can reshape the way we live, love and work together. The aim is to light the fire inside you, and scale empathy, letting each story remind us that every thread, every voice, is part of a larger pattern – a pattern that binds us to each other, the land, and the wisdom of our ancestors.
Wherever there is an opportunity to inspire and connect, I want to be there, sharing the timeless message of cultural empathy and community support.
This is the way forward, a way of living in relation, where shared narratives open our eyes to a wider, interconnected world.
Where shared story is a step toward a future that honors all of us, together as one.
latest appearances
ensuring that the knowledge generated reaches those who need it most, fostering a wider understanding and appreciation of Indigenous perspectives and artistic expressions.scussed, and carried forward.
A Participatory Visual Methodology for Youth Empowerment and Sustainable Community Development
direct impact of the yarns
the more we share the more we give.
When you bring me to your event, you’re not just booking a speaker – you’re inviting a conversation, a connection, and an experience that will leave your audience inspired to see the world and their role in it differently. Together, let’s share the stories that matter, spark the change that’s needed, and weave a future we can all be proud of – one story, one connection, one action at a time – at the same time as making a real, lasting impact in communities around the world, donating 100% of the profits to Ngarra projects, the people, and the places we work in. Each donation, each talk, each conection becomes part of this enduring cycle, a commitment to harmony, reciprocity, and the renewal of our collective legacy.
33.3% of these funds flows to the People, empowering Indigenous communities to carry forward their knowledge.
33.3% is returned to the Place, invested in the land and its environments, the living source of the narratives, the foundation of all life, so they can be preserved and nurtured for the generations yet to come.
33.3% carries the spirit of our Projects, fuelling the bridges we build between cultures, connecting people across the world and sharing the timeless wisdom of storytelling and art with the wider world.
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thoughts from talks
keynotes
Our founder, Andrew D. Flanagan, and other Ngarra team members deliver powerful keynotes that delve into the intersections of art, culture, and social change. From sharing personal stories of working in remote communities to exploring the transformative power of photography and storytelling, our keynotes inspire audiences to think differently about their role in the world.
podcasts & guest appearances
Sitting around the new digital campfire. The power of conversation and storytelling in shaping perspectives and fostering understanding. Our participation in podcasts allows us to reach a global audience, sharing the heart and soul of our projects, the stories of the communities we work with, and the profound insights we’ve gained along the way.
Through engaging discussions and thought-provoking dialogues, we dive deep into topics such as cultural preservation, environmental stewardship, Indigenous wisdom, and the transformative power of art and storytelling. Our aim is to amplify the voices of those who are often unheard, bringing their stories to a wider platform and inspiring listeners to join us in our mission.
Whether as guest speakers or through collaborations, Ngarra brings authenticity, passion, and a unique perspective to every podcast, inviting audiences to journey with us as we explore the intersection of culture, creativity, and community.
workshops & masterclass
Our workshops and masterclasses are designed to provide hands-on learning experiences. Whether it’s a photography workshop that teaches technical skills and creative expression or a masterclass on building community projects that drive social change, participants leave with practical knowledge and renewed inspiration.
exhibition tours & curatorial insights
We offer guided tours of our exhibitions, providing context and curatorial insights that enrich the viewing experience. These tours are an opportunity to engage directly with the stories and themes presented, fostering a deeper connection with the art and the communities it represents.
virtual conferences
In today’s interconnected world, we understand the importance of reaching global audiences through virtual platforms. Our team is experienced in delivering engaging and impactful presentations in virtual conference settings. Whether you’re hosting an international summit, an online panel, or a virtual workshop, we bring the same level of passion, expertise, and inspiration to your digital event. Our virtual sessions are interactive, adaptable to various formats, and designed to create meaningful connections and dialogue, even across screens.
panel discussions
Leading panel discussions and conversations facilitating the yarns and stories for a whole variety of topics.
facilitated conversations
Facilitated conversations designed to create safe, inclusive spaces for deep listening and meaningful dialogue. These sessions are not about delivering answers, but about guiding participants to explore complex topics, share diverse perspectives, and collectively weave new understandings. Ideal for corporate teams, community groups, or educational settings seeking to foster empathy, bridge divides, and cultivate a culture of genuine connection around themes of reconciliation, cultural understanding, and social justice.
tailored engagements
Your Audience, Your Story.
Every audience, every event, holds its own unique spirit. My engagements are crafted to resonate deeply with your specific needs and interests. Whether you seek to inspire, educate, or provoke thought, I will work with you to tailor the content and delivery to ensure maximum impact.
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empowering audiences to take meaningful action
authentic storytelling
Engaging narratives rooted in cultural wisdom, lived experience, and ancient teachings. Not just the things, but the ways, the processes, and the lore that holds all of creation today.
interactive engagement
Space for dialogue, reflection, and shared learning that goes beyond the stage. It’s never a monologue, but a dialogue between all of us, sitting in wangu.
tailored content
Every audience, every event, holds its own unique spirit. My engagements are crafted to resonate deeply with your specific needs and interests. Whether you seek to inspire, educate, or provoke thought, I will work with you to tailor the content and delivery to ensure maximum impact.
inspiration to act
Practical, actionable insights that empower the audience to make a difference in their lives, their communities, and the world.
testimonials
thoughts from talks
‘andrew was gripping the entire talk.’
“Andrew has mastered the art of stroytelling and he has a story everyone should hear. He commanded students’ attention and left the room inspired to see themselves as agents of change.’
‘Andrew inspired a room full of incredibly successful people to be (way) better humans.’
The Sacred Act of Yarning
Why Knowledge Lives in Relationship
There is something sacred that happens when people sit in circle, when eyes meet eyes and stories flow from heart to heart, when the ancient rhythm of yarning creates space for truth to emerge. No amount of documentation, no digital archive, no written record can capture what lives in the breath between words, in the pause before wisdom is shared, in the way an elder’s eyes light up when they see understanding dawn in a young person’s face. Knowledge isn’t just information to be stored—it’s a living thing that breathes in relationship, that grows in the fertile ground of human connection, that transforms both the teller and the listener in the sacred act of sharing. When we sit together, when we create space for stories to unfold in their own time, when we honor the vulnerability of speaking and the generosity of listening, we don’t just preserve ideas—we keep them alive, we let them evolve, we allow them to find new homes in new hearts while maintaining their essential truth. This is why the most important conversations happen not in lecture halls or conference rooms, but around fires and kitchen tables, in community centers and under trees, wherever people can sit as equals and share the stories that make us human. The camera can capture the image, the recorder can preserve the words, but only the circle can hold the spirit, only the yarn can weave the connections that ensure these ideas don’t just survive but thrive, passing from one generation to the next not as artifacts but as living wisdom that continues to guide, to heal, to inspire, to transform.
it starts with good story.
step into a conversation that transforms, inspires, & connects.
Ready to bring the profound wisdom of ancient stories and the vibrant energy of modern narratives to your event, organization or institution? Booking an engagement is more than just scheduling a speaker; it’s an invitation to spark a profound shift within your audience. When you invite us to share, you’re not just filling a slot in your agenda; you’re creating a space for genuine connection, fostering empathy, and igniting a deeper understanding of our shared humanity and our collective responsibility to the land. Your audience will leave not just inspired, but with a renewed sense of purpose, a different way of seeing the world, and the tools to act, to step back into right relation with each other and the living world around them.
