A highly renowned and respected Bangerang, Taungurung and Wiradjuri Elder, Aunty Esme Bamblett spent her early years on the Cummeragunja and Rumbalara missions/reserves. As an activist, academic and community leader, Aunty Esme has worked to bring about meaningful societal change to benefit the Victorian Aboriginal community. Now, as Chief Executive Officer of the Aborigines Advancement League and proud member of the First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria, she continues to build on over five decades of commitment to community.
LEGACY CONTENT: VAN Leader Tapes
The VAN Leader Tapes: Aunty Esme Bamblett, proudly taking positions of leadership in community for over 50 years
From her early years spent on the missions at Cummeragunja and Rumbalara, Aunty Esme Bamblett has emerged as one of Victoria's strongest Aboriginal leaders.
Posted by: Charles
Published: 21 August 2023
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