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Welcome to

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Maganda Makers

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Welcome to ・ Maganda Makers ・

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Where

Heritage Meets Enterprise

Maganda Makers is a grassroots initiative led by and for Kimberley Indigenous women.

We empower aspiring and growing businesswomen by providing support, connection, and encouragement to build confidence and success in business.

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    Our Origins

    Created for Us by Us

    Born from collaboration, Maganda Makers brings together the vision and support of Kimberley Jiyigas, Menzies Leadership Foundation, & Good Return. We are now our own entity.

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    Why We Exist

    Power Through Business

    We believe business and entrepreneurship are powerful tools for self-determination, prosperity, and creating a legacy for future generations.

  • How We Support You

    Support to Thrive

    We provide connection, tools, and opportunities through four key pillars: Community & Networking, Tools & Resources, Events, and Ventures—all designed to help women grow strong, sustainable businesses.

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    Our Purpose

    Bound by Strength

    We are connected by culture, resilience, and a shared drive to shape a future grounded in empowerment and self-reliance.

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    Want to Know Us Better?

    Learn how Maganda Makers began, and the women who make it all happen.

    Learn Our Way

safe spaces to

Share & Grow

Yarning Circles

Our Club Connectors—local Indigenous women in three regional Kimberley towns: Broome, Derby and Kununurra—host monthly Yarning Circles, offering a safe, supportive space to learn, share, and grow together.

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Discover More

women build
business confidence

helping Kimberley

on their terms, in their way.

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CONNECTED BY COUNTRY

Where we walk together - proudly representing women across the Kimberley.

Upcoming

Events & Gatherings

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Events with Purpose

Connect, create, and grow at our upcoming events and workshops.

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Join Maganda Makers events that spark connection and learning. From skill-sharing to storytelling—our gatherings empower and inspire.

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    Our Manifesto

    In Our Mother’s Footsteps

    We honour the strength of our foremothers by building businesses rooted in culture, care, and connection to Country.

    Discover Our Roots

  • Stay in the Loop

    Maganda in the Media

    Explore stories, media, and moments that celebrate Indigenous women in business. Stay connected to the heartbeat of our movement.

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Join the Movement

Walk with us

Step into a community where Kimberley Indigenous women thrive in business.

Whether you're dreaming, starting, or expanding a business, Maganda Makers is here to walk beside you.

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Group of women's hands in a circle on red sand representing support and culture.
Indigenous women enjoying a campfire on a sandy beach, sharing stories and smiles.
Women laughing and chatting together during a Maganda Makers community gathering.
Women at the beach, sharing stories and enjoying each other’s company at a community event.
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Group of Maganda Makers women in business.
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Group of Indigenous women enjoying conversation and smiles at a beach event.
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Indigenous women clapping and smiling, celebrating women in business.
Women walking along the beach, sharing stories and enjoying each other’s company at a community event.
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Meet Our Connectors