NATIONAL TALK BLACK – 01/11/2024
On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:
Flowers Purcell, Facilitator Lead, talking about how Yarns Heal, a dedicated suicide prevention program, has been honoured with the prestigious Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Award at the 28th Queensland Mental Health Week Achievement Awards. This award, sponsored by Richmond Fellowship Queensland, recognises outstanding programs and individuals who enhance the quality of life for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living with mental illness. It highlights initiatives that deliver culturally focused, best-practice services. Yarns Heal serves the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and LGBTIQ+ Sistergirl and Brotherboy communities, aiming to strengthen peer support systems and provide culturally safe avenues for healing, love, and hope. Congratulations, Yarns Heal! To find out more, check out the link below
Shauna Bostock, Author and Finalist for Mark and Evette Moran Nib Literary Award, talking about her book “Reaching Through Time” making the 2024 Mark and Evette Moran Nib Literary Awards. Now in its 23rd year, the Nib Literary Award is one of Australia’s most high-profile and valuable book prizes. “Reaching Through Time” by Shauna tells The powerful story of a Bundjalung woman’s journey to uncover her family history. Recipients of the People’s Choice Prize and the Mark & Evette Nib Literary Award will be announced at a public event on Wednesday 27th November 2024 at Bondi Pavillion Theatre at Bondi Beach. For more information, please visit the link below!
https://www.waverley.nsw.gov.au/nib
Michael Prien, Director of Townsville CBD Electrical Pty Ltd and winner of the 2024 Indigenous Business Month (IBM) Regional Indigenous Business Awards, talking about his IBM win. Indigenous Business Month is held each October to celebrate the Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses achieving success around Australia. Townsville CBD Electrical Pty Ltd is owned and operated by Michael Prien qualified for both residential and commercial electrical services. They provide fast, efficient and friendly electrical, refrigeration and energy efficient services for residential, commercial and industrial markets in the Northern region and surrounding areas. Congratulations Michael and the CBD team!
https://www.townsvillecbdelectrical.com.au
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