Listeners are advised that this program includes references to violence and suicide. If you need to talk to someone about the issues covered in the program you can contact: 

• 13 YARN (13 92 76) which is a dedicated 24/7 national crisis support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples 

• Yarning Safe'n'Strong 1800 959 563

• Lifeline 13 11 14

• Suicide Callback Service 1300 659 467

On this week’s episode, we speak to Jodie Bell, descendant of the Butchella and Jagera people of Southeast Queensland and board member of the Kimberley Aboriginal Women’s Council. In this conversation, Jodie speaks about the organisation’s 2025-2027 strategic plan which was launched earlier this month at Federal Parliament House in Canberra. The plan outlines KAWC’s commitment to women’s leadership, grassroots empowerment, cultural security, and systems reform, with a strong focus on strengthening the Aboriginal community-controlled sector, fostering self-determination and advancing Closing the Gap priorities. It also highlights key initiatives designed to create long-term social, cultural, and economic benefits for Aboriginal women and their communities.