Gail Beck is a proud maternal descendant of Bunderan who married John Ryder at New Norcia mission. Bunderan’s other names were Sarah Ryder and Sally Ryder.

Gail’s grandmother was forcibly removed from her family, which has given her a solid awareness of the Stolen Generations. She knows the importance of connected families, including the wellness of the family unit and community, and today’s challenges from trauma of past policies.

Gail is a nurse by trade who then branched out into the community development field for the last 30 years.

Gail is committed to building on the vision of the wise Elders who have led us here today.

Benny Woodley Snr is a Yued Traditional Owner through both of his parents, Woodley-Yappo and Indich-Jackamarra.

Benny has worked with Fortescue Metals Group (FMG) Vocational Training Employment Centre (VTEC) in Port Hedland, and has assisted clients, in particular Aboriginal people where English can be their second language, with diverse issues regarding training and employment.

During his time in the Pilbara he served on a number of Pilbara based organisations such as, Bloodwood Tree Association, Mawarnkarra Medical Service and Roebourne Youth Centre.

He has also been involved in registering Big Axe Contracting, a 100% Yued Traditionally Owned company, with Supply Nation and ASIC for the purpose of contracting opportunities with mining companies on Yued Boodja, along with Training and Employment for Yued Traditional Owners.

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