Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the 5-year anniversary of the Dr. Tracy Westerman Indigenous Psychology Scholarship and the incredible achievements of the Jilya Institute!
This inspiring fundraiser will unite community leaders, supporters, and change-makers to honour Jilya’s recent graduates—from undergraduate to postgraduate programs — and announce 10 new scholarships for 2025, supporting the future of Indigenous psychology.✨ Keynote by Dr. Tracy Westerman AM: Be captivated by Dr. Tracy Westerman, the most sought-after keynote speaker with a cult-like following on social media. An exemplary figure of Blak excellence, Dr. Westerman will share insights from her groundbreaking career and the recent launch of her memoir. Her dedication to Indigenous mental health continues to inspire change on a global scale.
🎤 Hosted by Narelda Jacobs OAM: A Whadjuk Noongar journalist, presenter, and commentator, Narelda’s career at Network 10 spans more than two decades. Narelda presents the daily one-hour national news bulletin 10 News First: Lunchtime, and 10 News First: Afternoons. You’ll also find her on NITV/SBS, the ABC, podcast airwaves, hosting events around the country and internationally, sharing her lived experience on panels and giving back to her community through various ambassadorial and board roles.
🎶 Performances by Kobi Morrison & Corroboree for Life: Enjoy powerful performances by Kobi Morrison and the incredible Ash Penfold & team, celebrating Indigenous culture through music. The evening will conclude with energetic dance numbers by DJ Aggie, a dynamic female Indigenous DJ.
🍽️ Indulge in a 3-course gourmet meal: Savor a delicious 3-course gourmet meal paired with premium wines, beer, and a selection of soft drinks and juices.
🎓 Honoring our graduates: Hear from Jilya’s shining stars as they share their powerful stories and the transformative impact of Jilya’s support. Their journeys showcase the profound difference Jilya is making in shaping the future of Indigenous mental health.This celebration is also a call to action. By attending, you’ll help fund the National Indigenous Psychology Treatment & Assessment Centre, a vital initiative offering life-changing support to Aboriginal communities.
Ways to Support:
Corporate Sponsorship: We offer Gold, Silver, and Community Partner tiers.
Community Partner Tier: Purchase a table and donate it for bereaved family members to attend (last year, we welcomed 134 bereaved family members).
Individual Support: Purchase a table of 10 or individual tickets.
Underwriting: Help underwrite tickets for bereaved family members and frontline workers.
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CAN’T ATTEND BUT WANT TO SUPPORT?
Donate to our clinic
Our fundraising goal to open our very own National Indigenous Psychology Clinic and Psychological Assessment Service is $600,000.
This service will deliver culturally and clinically valid services to our clients and value add to existing services on the ground in high-risk communities.
Help us achieve our fundraising goal and establish our clinic:
Pay it forward
Each year we allocate tickets to bereaved Aboriginal families and frontline mental health volunteers to ensure that our most valuable members of the community are front and centre of this incredible night of inspiration. You can underwrite the cost of these tickets by making a tax-deductible donation below.
Donate to underwrite the cost of a ticket for a bereaved family member to attend the Gala:
A huge thank you to our donors and supporters!
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Community Sponsors:
Special Thanks – Joh Ramsay, CountryMan Safety Ltd, Pilbara Minerals
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Jilya would like to acknowledge this event would not be possible without the generous support of all of our artists, event sponsors and the University of Western Australia.
If you would like to be recognised by us as an amazing sponsor please get in touch…