Dougie identifies with and is deeply connected to the Yaralde people of the Ngarrindjeri Nation in South Australia, and the Badimia people of the Yamatji Nation in Western Australia.

Born and raised on Kaurna Yerta in the southern suburbs of Adelaide, he has developed a deep connection with the diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in this region. Dougie is the proud father of Jaylen and Aaliyah and partner to Lauren.

Dougie is currently employed as the Senior Project Officer with Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation at the Attorney-General’s Department. Having a strong passion for improving the lives and outcomes of his people, Dougie is relishing the opportunity to contribute to state-wide initiatives and ministerial processes.

Prior to this, Dougie spent over five years with the Wardliparingga Aboriginal Research Unit in the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI), employed in various programs of Aboriginal research, research translation and implementation. More recently Dougie spent time working with the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network as the Aboriginal Strategic Projects Manager.

He is also the current Chairperson of Neporendi Aboriginal Forum Incorporated, an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation located in the southern suburbs of Adelaide.

Rosalind is a proud Kaurna and Narungga woman with historical blood line connections to Kaurna and Narungga country. Rosaline is happily married with 5 wonderful children and 19 grandchildren.

Rosalind's background is working in education and she is currently a Director on Kaurna Yerta Aboriginal Corporation's Board.

She also works within her family business fulltime alongside her husband Basil as Chief Operational Officer, and is a certified NLP life/accountability coach.

Rosalind's passion is working with the Aboriginal community. She has a strong focus on developing and providing skills and practical advice to Aboriginal women, communities and individuals in unlocking their potential and securing their future.

April is a proud Aboriginal woman from the Mirning and Kokatha peoples from the Far West Coast of South Australia, and is South Australia’s current Commissioner for Aboriginal Children and Young People.

For more than 30 years, April has contributed to forming Aboriginal health, education, child and family welfare, foster care and youth justice policy at both the state and national level.

She’s previously held high-level roles including Aboriginal Justice Director, SA Health Aboriginal Health Branch Director and Director, Aboriginal Education.

April is passionate about creating change through the voices of South Australia’s Aboriginal young people.

She understands the roles and responsibilities that are intricately provided by family and community and strives to make meaningful change with a high value on culture.

Robert, a proud Ramindjeri man born on Nukunu Country in Port Augusta, is deeply committed to improving outcomes for First Nations communities across South Australia.

As the founder and CEO of NINI, an organisation dedicated to uplifting and empowering First Nations people, Robert brings a wealth of expertise and experience spanning criminal justice, housing, homelessness, supported accommodation, and the delivery of culturally safe, trauma-informed, therapeutic services.

Robert has held prominent roles within the Commonwealth and South Australian governments, as well as in the NGO sector.

A passionate advocate for the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal people, he focuses particularly on supporting prisoners, offenders and victim-survivors of domestic, family and sexual violence.

Robert is dedicated to enhancing the financial participation of Aboriginal people, fostering economic opportunities that contribute to their empowerment and self-determination. His work emphasises the importance of co-designed, culturally safe, and inclusive interventions to develop meaningful and lasting solutions.

Scott is Lead Convenor of South Australia’s peak body for Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations Network (SAACCON). He is also the Deputy Co-Convenor, Coalition of Peaks – the key representative body for Aboriginal organisations working on Closing the Gap at a national level.

Alongside this work, Scott is also a Professor of Public Health at La Trobe University and has worked for the Aboriginal Drug and Alcohol Council for over 30 years.

A member of the Stolen Generations, Scott enjoys helping those around him and has a passion for ensuring Indigenous people have access to services across South Australia.

Dharma is a Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara woman with strong connection to the Indulkana community.

She has worked in aged care in Coober Pedy and currently lives and studies in Adelaide, using her study breaks to travel and meet with community.

Donald is a senior elder and lawman who has been at the forefront of the fight for native title rights for many years. His mission underscores the importance of recognising the deep-rooted connection of the Anangu people to their land.

Donald has passion, drive and commitment to empower and promote the independence and strengths of his people.

Candace is a proud Adnyamathanha, Kuyani, Mirning and Kapurn woman living in Port Augusta, with family and community ties across Australia.

Currently working as a customer service officer for Westpac / Bank SA branches across South Australia, Candace is also a single mum raising her daughter.

Passionate about the world of politics and justice when it comes to caring for Country, Candace is keen to create long-term changes in government so Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ affairs, programs, services, and organisations are driven and led by mob.

Kerri is an Adna-mat-na (Adnyamathanha) woman from Hawker in the Flinders Ranges. Her childhood was spent living on country, fully immersed in her culture.

Working as a nurse and Aboriginal Health Practitioner, she has worked for various government and non-government organisations. Throughout her career she has seen the issues and barriers that First Nations people face.

She comes from a long line of strong leaders and will work tirelessly to make sure her community’s voice from the bush is heard in the city.

Kerri is an Adna-mat-na (Adnyamathanha) woman from Hawker in the Flinders Ranges. Her childhood was spent living on country, fully immersed in her culture.

Working as a nurse and Aboriginal Health Practitioner, she has worked for various government and non-government organisations. Throughout her career she has seen the issues and barriers that First Nations people face.

She comes from a long line of strong leaders and will work tirelessly to make sure her community’s voice from the bush is heard in the city.

Lavene is a Wangkangurru, Adnymathahna, Kuyani and Luritja woman.

Lavene has a long-time involvement with native title as a community member and observer through the South Australian Native Title Services Board.

Lavene is also an activist and artist, focusing on using photography to tell stories of connection to country and personal histories.

Eunice is a proud Ngarrindjeri woman living on country.

She has worked in various community health sectors for more than 30 years, delivering health services to Aboriginal people, including women’s health, substance misuse and recovery and mental health.

Actively involved in her community, Eunice has held leadership positions on Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Boards as well as regional, state and national committees focused on Aboriginal health and wellbeing.

She has extensive knowledge, skills and experience engaging with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people, service providers and government departments, and prides herself on her ability to listen with integrity and negotiate.

Keenan is a Wirangu, Mirning and Kokatha person from the far west coast of South Australia.

Keenan uses they/them pronouns and is passionate about promoting visibility for their First Nations LGBTQIA+ community in South Australia.

They are the current chairperson of the Wirangu Aboriginal Corporation and has a professional background in environmental and heritage consultancy.

Keenan is keen to advocate and promote genuine engagement and involvement of First Nations people in environmental and heritage management on country.

Kaylene is a proud Narungga woman who lived in Alice Springs for many years before returning to her home country.

Kaylene’s working life centred on supporting community and she is now an active volunteer in her community.

Kaylene believes in taking pride in community, living a good life and enjoying country.

Raymond, a proud Aboriginal man from Point Pearce, is keen to work for all members of the Aboriginal community within the Yorke and Mid-North region.

He is passionate about listening to all views and perspectives and representing them at the Local Voice.