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Keynote Speakers
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Storytellers

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

Our guest speakers, proud First Nations people, bring powerful voices and lived experiences that inspire, educate, and connect. They share stories of culture, resilience, and identity while shining a light on the richness of Australia’s Indigenous heritage. With authenticity and passion, they empower audiences to walk alongside them in understanding, respect, and reconciliation.

Quentin Barba

Quentin Barba

Owner and Founder

Quentin is the proud Aboriginal, Torres Strait, and South Sea Islander founder of Wild Yam Talent.

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Talei Elu

2023 QLD Young Australian of the Year

Empowering her community through culture, action, and storytelling — a strong Saibai Koedal woman shaping a brighter future for Seisia and beyond.

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Stephen Tillett

First Nations Justice

Stephen embodies the true spirit of the Torres Strait — resilience, humility, and connection. As a keynote speaker, his message inspires reflection and action,

empowering audiences to walk together towards understanding, inclusion, and change.

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Indianna Tillett

Founder Empower 2 Empower

Indianna Tillett is a proud Torres Strait Islander woman and the visionary Founder of Empower 2 Empower, a not-for-profit organisation creating pathways

for identity, leadership, physical health and wellbeing.

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Florence Henaway

Director - Disability Services Northern Territory

A proud Aboriginal and South Sea Island woman, Florence stands as a powerful advocate and leader - using her voice, wisdom, and decades of experience to uplift her people and inspire change across health, community, and culture.

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Alfred Henaway

New - Ways Consultancy

Alfred is a proud Bindal and Juru man from the Birri Gubba nation, a South Sea Islander descendent of Tanna Island and has connection to Mauar (Rennell) Island in the Torres Strait.  

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Luana Sanders

Keynote Speaker

Luana Sanders is a proud Aboriginal woman and direct descendant of the

Munanjhalli, Gooreng Gooreng and Gangalu peoples of Queensland. Based in

Magadjin//Brisbane, Luana is a passionate speaker, facilitator, and community

advocate who brings authenticity, humour, cultural strength, and lived experience

into every space she enters.

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Interested in working with us?

If you would like to work with our talent please get in touch to discuss their availability and how we can best align with your event or project.

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