Shooting Stars is proud to announce that Yued and Badimia woman, Tara Martin has joined Glass Jar Australia’s Board of Directors on an initial three-year term.
Martin has extensive understanding of developing strategies with grassroots communities and advocates by communicating effectively to major mining companies to support community led outcomes with over 15 years' experience working in the resource and minerals sector.
Working for some of the largest mining, oil and gas companies across Australia, her experience spans across a number of roles, working predominantly in Aboriginal Affairs, Reconciliation Action Plans, Aboriginal Employment, Local Content and Community Investment.
With strong connections to Whadjuk, Minang and Ngarluma country in Western Australia, Martin further strengthens the cultural knowledge and understanding of Glass Jar Australia’s Board of Directors.
“I am very humbled and honoured to be part of the Glass Jar Australia Board and to work with an amazing group of people to support such an important cause,” said Tara.
“It’s time to give back to my community, I’m passionate about Aboriginal youth and specifically our young Aboriginal women coming through. I’m excited to use my skills and voice to create opportunities for our ladies in the program and to remove barriers outward facing for them.”
“Shooting Stars is doing amazing things in our communities to support our young women, and that’s something I want to be part of and help them further on their journey.”
Shooting Stars Executive Officer, Fran Haintz welcomed Tara to the Board.
“We are very pleased to have Tara join our Board of Directors, bringing with her a wealth of knowledge and experience in developing communities with the support of the resource and minerals sector,” said Haintz.
