Melanie Mununggurr, hailing from the Djapu clan in North East Arnhem Land, a Slam Poet Champion; Melanie uses her connection to her country and her language to decolonize the literary and performance space through the use of Dhuwal language weaved through her poems. An international performer with the ability to captivate her audience through powerful spoken word.

Juran Timu Adams, Ngati Kahungunu, Te Aitanga o Hauiti woman from Aotearoa. A sultry soul singer who writes poetically, taking the listener on a journey through the deep dark places that emerge from her own pain and the pain, love and joy of her people, embracing the beauty and strength of language and connection. She has performed all over the globe, and her most recent career highlight is performing the Sydney Opera House.