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18 June, 2022

Search For “Deadly Women” To Be Recognised For Their Skills And Experience

FIRST Nations women across Far North Queensland and the Northern Territory, between the ages of 18 and 55, are encouraged to apply to the Deadly Women’s Development and Leadership Program.


(L/R) Tayla Smith, Lydia Miller, Patricia Noble, Kylie Major, Marilyn Miller. Bottom row, (L/R) Carmille Pearson, Romaine Yeatman, Glenis Noble, Donna Yeatman
(L/R) Tayla Smith, Lydia Miller, Patricia Noble, Kylie Major, Marilyn Miller. Bottom row, (L/R) Carmille Pearson, Romaine Yeatman, Glenis Noble, Donna Yeatman

With an aim to recognise these women for their learned skills and experience and to provide pathways to sustainable employment, the Deadly Women Program will deliver training to First Nations women, resulting in participants achieving a Certificate I in Workplace Skills and Certificate I in Tourism (Australian Indigenous Culture). 

This co-designed program is run through a partnership between the Reef and Rainforest Research Centre and INLOC Group. 

The program aims to improve outcomes for Australian women in six key priority areas, including Job Creation, Economic Security, Workforce Participation, Women’s Leadership, Safety and International Engagement. 

Managing Director at the Reef & Rainforest Research Centre (RRRC), Sheriden Morris, said it was an honour to be a part of the program. 

“The RRRC is very honoured to be undertaking the Remote Female Employment & Leadership Project over a four-year period, concluding in June 2024,” Ms Morris said. 

“This co-designed program will empower First Nations women in isolated communities by developing job readiness and fostering women’s leadership and talent within their local communities. 

“It will equip them with the skills, recognised qualifications, work necessary documentation, knowledge and confidence to seek work opportunities, personal development and community leadership.” 

CEO of the INLOC Group Paul Boag said the program would be enriching for women who decided to participate. 

“The program will be delivered by respected Indigenous community members and will be supported by trained personnel who have the on-country experience and cultural knowledge to connect and build relationships with women from isolated areas,” Mr Boag said. 

Both courses provide entry-level qualifications delivered throughout four (4) face-to-face workshops in either Cairns, Weipa, Burketown or Thursday Island. 

The remainder of the training will be completed on country, with self-paced learning provided by mentoring sessions with Program Leaders. 

Successful students will celebrate their achievements with a Graduation Ceremony, an exhibition of their community projects and a networking forum. 

The Office for Women administers the program, which sits under the Australian Governments Department of the Prime Minister & Cabinet, to fund and deliver various projects for Australian Women. 

Program Director at the RRRC, Lydia Miller, said it was exciting to offer these opportunities to women who may not have had any before. 

“It has been a pleasure to be involved in the development of this program, designed to recognise the learned skills and experience of First Nations women, who for a variety of reasons, including parenting responsibilities and cultural limitations, have been overlooked in the advancement of their careers,” Ms Miller said. 

Applications close on June 30, and interested candidates can apply for the traineeship by completing the online application form at  www.deadlywomen.org.au

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