Culture, creativity and confidence on show in Aurukun Cape York women and Cape York Employment made a powerful impact during the recent Aurukun Market Day and Aurukun Day, proudly presenting their handcrafted ceramics, paintings and woven jewellery to the community for the first time. The response was overwhelmingly positive, with community members gathering to admire the work and celebrate the talent and dedication of the artists involved. “It feels so good to show my family what I’ve been working on,” shared Kialung Hudson. “They didn’t know I could do this!” Many of the women were showcasing their art publicly for the first time – a moment of pride, connection and cultural strength. Spaces like the Women’s Centre continue to empower women through creativity, learning and support. We’re proud to stand beside these women as they step forward with skill, confidence and culture. (fb)

In June, Pama Platform joined other trailblazers at the Tropical Innovation Festival for the First Nations Innovators event – a space dedicated to bold ideas and community-driven solutions. The team was proud to take part, presenting the web-app and demonstrating how digital tools are being used to support real outcomes across Cape York communities. Cape York Partnership’s Stacee Ketchell joined a line-up of inspiring First Nations speakers, highlighting the importance of creativity, culture and curiosity in shaping the future. (fb)