Name: Emma
Mob/cultural connection: Nunukul & Ngugi
Role at Yonder Festival: Campaigner/Youth Artist
What is your favourite part of a festival? The tasty food stalls!
What is your least favourite part of a festival? The silly disputes.
How can festivals become more inclusive places for all communities?
Invite aspects of these communities into the festivals, for example; install Auslan interpreters and maybe even Auslan workshops to include the deaf community, and create areas that cater to cultural and/or religious requirements that are also safe spaces for curious minds and questions. To promote inclusivity, promote understanding.
What advice do you give to festival audiences to make the most out of their experience?
Stay hydrated, stay safe, and don't be afraid to embrace new things!
What act/s are you most looking forward to seeing at Yonder Festival?
I'm super keen on seeing The Ancient Bloods and Katina Olsen in action.
Where can we learn more about your work?
I use Instagram to connect with people and share concepts, feel free to check me out at @e.heale