Molly West is a Nyikina woman living on Ballardong Boodja in Northam and was born on Whadjuk Country. She is a descendant of the Stolen Generation. Her ancestors were stolen from the Kimberley and brought down to Whadjuk country. She now speaks out about the continual effects of this trauma.

Since attending the Djinda Ngardak youth program in 2021, Molly has been part of the Prepare Produce Provide family, with involvement and opportunities in many initiatives:

• November 2022: Molly spoke at the Prepare Produce Provide Djinda Ngardak Gala Dinner.

• March 2023: Molly was one of the three Youth Symposium Speakers at the Youth Symposium held during the Would Indigenous Summit at Crown Perth.

• December 2023: Molly attended Djinda Ngardak as a mentor.

• September 2024: Molly attended Terra Madre 2024 in Italy.

• October 2024: Molly created the artwork on the can of our first non-alcoholic soda, Kepa Kwab, and spoke at the launch event.

• November 2024: Molly is heading to Goomburrup to be a mentor and artist for Djinda Ngardak students.

Molly has always had a love for art and over the past few years, she has explored a variety of mediums and techniques, and started her own business, Bilya Djinda - follow her on Instagram here. Being able to connect to her culture, as well as tell stories and pass on knowledge through art, has proved to be so rewarding and she is constantly seeking new opportunities to learn.