Join Shelley Ware as she leads high school students through three powerful portrait explorations, inspired by the 2025 NAIDOC theme: The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy. In these on-demand sessions, Shelley shares personal stories that celebrate the resilience, achievements, and enduring legacy of First Nations people. Through her insights, students will engage deeply with each portrait, gaining a richer understanding of First Nations culture, history, and identity.
Shelley Ware is a proud Yankunyjatjara, Kokatha, and Wirangu woman from Tandanya/Adelaide, now based in Naarm/Melbourne. A familiar face and voice in Australian media, Shelley is known for her work on AFL programs such as the groundbreaking Marngrook Footy Show on SBS and The Outer Sanctum podcast on Broad Radio.
Beyond broadcasting, Shelley is a passionate educator and advocate for embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives into the classroom. She works closely with schools across Australia, supporting teachers and leaders to build cultural understanding and deliver inclusive, meaningful learning experiences.
Curriculum Connections
Learning areas: The Arts – Visual Arts
General capabilities: Creative and Critical Thinking
Cross-curriculum priorities: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures
