Matilda Harry is a proud Wiradjuri woman devoted to increasing the educational opportunities and independence of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities across employment, policy, and reform sectors. She is a high achieving PhD candidate at Western Sydney University researching to empower and make meaningful change for all Australians, particularly First Nations communities. Matilda’s ongoing involvement with First Nations communities has led her to work in grassroots and peak body initiatives and institutions across local, state, and national platforms. Matilda loves her community and is proud to give back and support the young ones coming up!