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Nine incredible First Nations women have been selected as finalists in this year’s Miss NAIDOC Perth competition, with the hopes of being crowned the winner in less than a month s time.
With big dreams and a fire in the belly of each, it’s clear the judges have a big job ahead of them.
Over 500 young women applied with hopes of a chance at the title, all representing a number of different mobs with a diverse range of aspirations for their futures, and the future of their communities.
The grassroots non-profit competition offers empowerment support and advice to young Aboriginal women, assisting both personally and professionally to enhance self-confidence and leadership skills. ....

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