Marninwarntikura Women's Resource Centre

Marninwarntikura is a centre of inspiration that provides women and their families a place for positive change and leadership. Marninwarntikura is a Walmajarri word. ' Marnin' means 'women', 'Wanti' means 'big mobs of women' and 'Kura' means 'belonging to'. When said together, it means that women who belong to this region, these countries and each other, have come together. Marninwarntikura Women's Resource Centre (MWRC) support Fitzroy Valley women & their families by encouraging safety & well-being & fostering leadership & financial independence. MWRC provide activities, mentoring, support, access to culturally sensitive & respectful services, & advocacy. Our Vision - Strengthening the power of women & their families to create culturally rich, engaged & healthy lives for Indigenous peoples living in the Fitzroy Valley & beyond. Our values help us shape the decisions we make & influence the way we treat one another. - We value and respect every person, operate with feeling and sensitivity and embrace cultural diversity - We encourage and support personal growth, pride and leadership - We work collaboratively - We are accountable to the community Our goals describe the outcomes that we are working towards achieving. - Nurturing children & young people to reach their full potential - Strengthening families through the journey of healing from intergenerational & early life trauma, grief & loss. - Building a sustainable & enabling organisation - Facilitating participation in economies & activities that enhance well-being