Natasha Short

BIO

Natasha Short is an Australian Aboriginal woman who has over 25 years of experience working in Aboriginal and Community Development work, mainly in the Kimberley Region. As a descendant of the Jaru people in the East Kimberley, Natasha is passionate about Social Justice and Aboriginal Affairs. She is an advocate for disadvantaged groups and believes in investing in the local community to effect positive change. Natasha has held various senior and leadership positions, building a reputation for delivering high-quality outcomes while working collaboratively with stakeholders with integrity and professionalism. Her strong relationships and networks span the entire Kimberley region, and she understands the local challenges but remains proactive about addressing these issues, in innovative ways, leveraging her partnerships to influence positive social changes. This important work includes amplifying womens voices, promoting Culture and enabling more Aboriginal led businesses.

SKILLS

Leadership | Cultural Development | Project Management | Speaking Engagements | Kimberley Indigenous Affairs Consultant | Indigenous Leadership Trainer | Indigenous Events Specialist Natasha firmly believes in the untapped potential of Kimberley Aboriginal women to influence social change in their communities. In 2018, she established Kimberley Jiyigas (Birds), a network of highly accomplished Aboriginal women who work collaboratively to amplify womens voices and create social change. She has a Diploma in Leadership and Management and has created her own Leadership Development package, which draws on her 25 years of living and working within the Kimberley region.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Founder - Kimberley Jiyigas (Birds) Pty Ltd, in 2018 Social Justice Advocate Aboriginal Cross Cultural Trainer (Kimberley Region), Western Australia. Kimberley SHEros and Not So Secret Womens Business Magazine (Hard Copy and Digital)