Because of Her We Can

“We need to make sure young women get the support and respect they need to be good Mums.”

“Go out there and get educated go and get whatever you can for yourself.”

“I think NAIDOC Week is about recognising and celebrating Indigenous people in the community.”

“It’s so important for us to support and work for our kids so they can achieve what they want in life.”

“Anything is possible, you just have to believe in yourself.”

“Know who you are and where you’ve come from so that you know where you’re going in the future.”

“Anything is possible in life but sacrifices must be made in order to achieve your goals”

“Go back to country, reconnect and learn your language and the stories. You are the First Nations of this country so take your place.”

“If I can help even just one person today, then I’ve made a difference, and that person might then have the strength to help someone else as well.”

“Don’t forget who you are and where you’re from.”

“Never doubt yourself. If you put your mind to it – women can do anything.”

“My advice for young women is to find yourself and be that person.”

“When I hear that and see that they still remember me after all these years, I realise what a difference I made to those girl’s lives.”

“Remember who you are, where you’ve come from, and where you’re going. Remember that in your blood you’ve got strength and to be proud of yourself and your culture.”

“We shouldn’t be measuring each other. Life’s short – we as Aboriginal people know that so you have to live life each day and only worry about what you need to.”

“Don’t doubt yourself. We are capable of so much more than we think we are.”

“We need to ensure that young women believe in themselves and pass on their strength to others.”