Thaayrohyadi Serafín
Otomi poet who has contributed to the promotion, dissemination, and defense of self-determination and the historical rights of Indigenous peoples’ cultural heritage.
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Dr Mary Atkinson
Aunty Mary Atkinson was a Wiradjuri and Bangerang elder, highly respected for her involvement in Aboriginal education and Women’s Business.
Margaret Wirrpanda
Margaret Wirrpanda worked hard for the advancement of Aboriginal Australian people, particularly women and children, and a strong voice for Aboriginal land rights.
Pamela Griffin
Aboriginal Australian community worker whose career spans welfare work, education, public service and voluntary service of her local community.
Walda Blow
Walda Blow is a prominent and respected Elder of the Yorta Yorta people and has led community development work with, and for, the Victorian Aboriginal community.
Wilma Xiberras
A Wurundjeri Elder, Aunty Wilma Xiberras dedicated her life to other women, in particular Aboriginal Australian women making waves against injustice.
Amalia Ortiz
Award-winning Tejana performance poet, performer, and playwright
Tillie Smith
US Air Force Veteran Tillie Smith served for six years as a mechanic.
Madeline Sayet
Native American theater and opera director and writer
Maria Starcevic
Aunty Maria survived a tough upbringing to become a keen advocate for Aboriginal communities and their rights over 30 years.