What happens when communities take control of education? A west Arnhem Land community’s decision to fight government policy and educate its children on-country a decade ago has achieved success. It has captured the hearts and minds of other communities in the region. At the heart of this story lies the passion and determination of Indigenous parents, elders and communities to offer their children access to education on homelands – an education that prepares the younger generation to chase their dreams and that fosters strength and pride in their cultural identity and knowledge. This film was made in collaboration with Bininj people in Kabulwarnamyo, Manmoyi, Mamadawerre as well as the communities of Maningrida and Gamardi.
©2023 Director, Producer, Camera, Sound, Writer, Post/Editor: Emma Masters