CONVERGE 2023 will be bringing the First Nations media industry together to learn, share and network on Ngunnawal/Ngambri country from 21-23 November 2023 under the guiding theme of OUR MEDIA, OUR VOICE.
MEETING TOGETHER >> MOVING IN ONE DIRECTION
NGULUWAY – YANHANHAGU DHULU NGUMBAAY
First Nations Media Australia’s annual CONVERGE event celebrates, showcases and recognises the essential role of the First Nations media industry in amplifying the voices, stories, and cultural narratives of First Nations peoples across Australia and abroad. First Nations media provides conduits for the expression, empowerment, and cultural preservation of First Nations communities.
CONVERGE is a vital opportunity to receive valuable sector updates, to network and to have your say in helping set the future direction of the First Nations media industry.
WHAT TO EXPECT
This year's CONVERGE program includes 3 days of curated conference content including a Keynote from Stan Grant, address from the Hon. Linda Burney, Minister for Indigenous Australians, showcases from First Nations Media Australia member organisations, industry presentations and panels, sector forums and opportunities to follow your interests with a range of break-out sessions to choose from over the course of CONVERGE 2023. An area of the Old Parliament House will be designated as a Trades Hall for the three-day event, allowing delegates an opportunity to talk with sponsors suppliers and stakeholders, and provide a break-out space for networking.
As well as the immersive opportunity offered by way of the CONVERGE Conference offerings, we will also join to celebrate the incredible sector achievements in the closing event, the 2023 First Nations Media Awards and Gala Dinner.
CONVERGE 2023 and the 2023 First Nations Media Awards and Gala Dinner will be held at Old Parliament House, 18 King George Terrace, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2600. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided daily during the conference.
VIEW THE FULL CONVERGE 2023 PROGRAM SCHEDULE HERE
The CONVERGE 2023 program will proudly include content from the following:
|
Ngambri and Ngunnawal Traditional Owners The Hon. Linda Burney MP, Minister for Indigenous Australians The Hon. Malarndirri McCarthy, Senator for Northern Territory The Hon. Michelle Rowland MP, Minister for Communications Australian Associated Press (AAP) Australian Indigenous Leadership Centre (AILC) Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS) Brett Leavy Coalition of Peaks Community Broadcasting Foundation (CBF) Community Broadcasting Association Australia (CBAA) Community Media Training Organisation (CMTO) eSafety Commissioner First Nations Digital Inclusion Advisory Group (FNDIAG), Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts |
First Nations Media Australia inDigiMOB Koori Mail Midwest Aboriginal Media Association (Radio MAMA) National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) National Broadband Network (NBN) Nelson Conboy Ngaarda Media Queensland Remote Aboriginal Media Association (QRAM) Rio Tinto RMIT SBS/NITV Telstra Triple A formally known as Brisbane Indigenous Media Association (BIMA) (4AAA) Umeewarra Aboriginal Media Association (5UMA) … and others. |
WITH THANKS TO…
First Nations Media Australia extend our HUGE thank you to the following financial sponsors for their invaluable support in realising CONVERGE 2023:
-
Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
-
Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS)
-
Community Broadcasting Foundation (CBF)
-
National Broadband Network (NBN)
-
National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA)
-
Rio Tinto
-
SBS/NITV
-
Telstra
as well as to the following in-kind sponsors:
-
Batchelor Institute
-
Koori Mail
For any queries regarding CONVERGE 2023 or the First Nations Media Awards, please reach out to Event Coordinator, Toni Janke at [email protected].
TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION
A shuttle bus will operate between major delegate accommodations and the venue on CONVERGE conference days and on the evening of the First Nations Media Awards and Gala Dinner
Recommended accommodation providers:
Hyatt Hotel Canberra
120 Commonwealth Ave, Yarralumla, ACT
02 92965707
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
1 Burbury Close, Barton, ACT
02 6163 1888
QT Canberra
1 London Circuit Canberra ACT
02 6247 6244
Hotel Realm
18 National Circuit Barton ACT
02 6163 1888
Novotel Canberra
65 Northbourne Ave Canberra ACT
02 6245 5000
Mantra on Northbourne
84 Northbourne Ave Canberra ACT
02 6243 2500
CONVERGE 2023 PROGRAM SCHEDULE
