Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
iLA is committed to fostering meaningful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by building connections and implementing initiatives to help staff understand and engage with Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander culture, and history.
iLAs commitment to our RAP
Our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) reflects our dedication to recognising the cultures and contributions of First Nations peoples and communities, while actively working towards reconciliation.
About the artist
My name is Eulalia Martin. I am a Bunuba and Gija woman born in Broome, Kimberley. Western Australia. I hand paint, beautiful, unique, Aboriginal Art. Each painting represents my connection to culture, country, spirit, and my journey.
My Grandmother Maude Bedford country is Calwynyardah (Bunuba country) and my Grandfather Trooper Bedford country is the Tableland Gija country) My name Eulalia means sweetly spoken. Nawajarri is my skin name given to me from my grandmother's tribe.
I am a Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunty, Daughter, and friend. I have worked in civil construction for the past ten years. Apprenticeship as a chef, playgroup leader, and teacher aide. I now reside in Brisbane, Queensland with my children.
My greatest passion is my faith, family, painting, gardening, cooking, and being out on Country. My paintings represent my connection to culture, country, and my personal journey through my own dreams, visions, and stories. Each painting is unique and special to myself and my client’s storyline and their own chosen colours to create hidden messages.
You can find more of Eulalia's beautiful work by clicking the link below.
About the artwork
"Growth" - Eulalia Martin (Banuba/Gija)
Acrylic on Canvas, 2022 – Commissioned by iLA
The centre circle represents iLA, with the river of blue, yellow, and orange representing the Derbarl Yerrigan and the organisation expanding into the community. The roots and hands of the flowing river represent a strong foundation of people reaching out to help others.
