We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live, and the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia. We recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community, and pay respect to Elders past and present.

Courage.
Strength.
Connection.
Unlimited.

First Nations UNLIMITED SA is an essential gathering that amplifies the voices, wisdom and leadership of First Nations peoples. This summit serves as a platform for leaders, changemakers and allies to unite, share and learn.

It celebrates the vital roles First Nations individuals play as visionaries, advocates, mentors and custodians within their workplaces, communities and on Country.

Through storytelling, truth-telling, and deep connection, the summit strengthens a growing network of First Nations leaders and equips allies with the insight and integrity to walk beside them as they create a more just and inclusive future.

Meet some of our incredible speakers

Professor Steven Larkin

He/Him | Kungarakan man, Deputy Vice Chancellor - Indigenous, Adelaide University

Shona Reid

She/Her | Eastern Arrernte woman, Former Guardian for Children and Young People, South Australia, Flinders University, Distinguished Alumni Award recipient & Chief Executive | Aboriginal Family Support Services

Parry Agius

He/Him | Renowned expert in governance and economic empowerment, SA NAIDOC Male Elder of the Year & Chairperson, Aboriginal Business Industry Chamber SA

Andrea Kean

She/Her | Nyoongar Whadjuk woman, Manager Strategy, Culture and Capability, BHP

Dan Mitchell

He/Him | Executive Director, Services, KWY Aboriginal Corporation

Dr Jennifer Caruso

She/Her | Eastern Arrernte woman, Survivor of the Stolen Generations, PhD University of Adelaide, NAIDOC Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, SA Women's Honour Roll, Chair , South Australian Stolen Generations Aboriginal Corporation

Leeroy Bilney

He/Him | Barngala, Kuprun, Wirangu, Kokatha, State Voice Presiding Member, South Australia's First Nations Voice to Parliament

Judith Lovegrove

She/Her | Ngarrindjeri woman, Director Aboriginal Practice, Department for Child Protection

Jade Wilson

She/Her | Deputy Director for Aboriginal Strategy, Department for Infrastructure and Transport

Cole Butler

He/Him | Senior Service Delivery Manager, Department for Infrastructure and Transport

Rebecca Kimlin

She/Her | Arrernte woman, 20 years working with South Australian First Nations communities, Executive Director Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing, Women's and Children's Health Network

Margaret Mibus

She/Her | Arrernte woman, Manager – Aboriginal Access Centre, TAFE SA

Toni Shore

She/Her | Executive Director, Aboriginal Health, Northern Adelaide Local Health Network

Dr Paul Heithersay

He/Him | Member, Aboriginal Affairs Executive Committee, Public Service Medal 2012, Former Chief Executive, Department for Energy and Mining

Arrin Hazelbane

He/Him | Warai and Kokatha man, Director, Aboriginal Practice and Partnerships, Department of Human Services

Cheryl Axleby-Keefe

She/Her | Narungga woman, Former CEO Aboriginal Legal Rights Movement, Former National Co-Chair National Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Legal Services, National Co-Chair Change the Record, Head of Aboriginal Engagement, Partnership and Strategy, SA Housing Trust

Keith Thomas

He/Him | CEO, South Australian Native Title Services

Shane Holland

He/Him | First Nations Advisor, Chief Operating Officer Division, Department of Industry, Science and Resources

Ash Easthope

She/Her | Nauo woman, leader in Aboriginal Participation for State Government, Office of the Industry Advocate

Damien Halliday

He/Him | Industry Development Lead, First Nations, BAE Systems

Adjunct Professor Scott Wilson

He/Him | Aboriginal man of the Stolen Generations, Founding CEO, Aboriginal Drug and Alcohol Council SA

Dana Shen

She/Her | Ngarrindjeri woman, Consultant, Speaker & Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, Former Principal Social Services, Systems & Aboriginal Policy, The Australian Centre for Social Innovation, Dana Shen Consulting

Danni Smith

She/Her | Eastern Arrernte, Guringdji, Narungga, Nukunu, Ngarrindjeri, Kaurna, State Voice Presiding Member, South Australia's First Nations Voice to Parliament

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Your UNLIMITED Experience

Deeper connection & cultural grounding

Experience a culturally grounded space that honours the strength of First Nations culture, with yarning circles and reflection creating space for sharing, dialogue and insight.

Hear from leading voices

Engage with compelling keynotes, panel discussions and fireside yarns featuring First Nations leaders and field experts in cultural safety, justice, equity and systems change. These are the voices shaping workplaces, communities and futures.

Two days of powerful learning

Over 12+ hours, gain practical strategies, leadership tools and insights through grounded storytelling and culturally informed sessions.

Walk Together, Learn Together

A shared experience that brings First Nations leaders together through connection, conversation and community.

Stay grounded in the learnings

Receive a post-summit insights pack with key takeaways and actions to apply learning in daily leadership practice.

This year's artist

Peta Link
Gooreng Gooreng/ Kabi Kabi
woman living on Dharawal country,
Award winning artist
Peta Link

Peta is a Proud First Nations woman and artist, who is a descendantof the Gooreng Gooreng and Kabi Kabi Nations of the Central Coastand Sunshine Coast of Queensland. Peta was fortunate enough togrow up in both Meanjin (Brisbane); Eora Country (Sydney) whereshe has grown inspiration from for her artwork. Peta is currently located on Tharawal Country (Campbelltown NSW).

Artwork Title – Grounded
This artwork depicts a collective of leadersgathering and making informed decisions for our communities and ways forward for better futures for our people.

Bringing the best in First Nations leadership for two days of storytelling, truth-telling and deep connection.

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