Discover how your unique voice can transform storytelling in a dynamic workshop led by Scott Wilson and Blake Innes. This experience is designed to help you harness the power of individuality—showing how personal narrative, cultural identity, and authentic perspective are essential ingredients for compelling stories.
Why Individuality Matters in Storytelling
- Storytelling is a powerful tool for finding and expressing identity. When individuals share their lived experiences, they not only affirm their own sense of self but also create space for others to connect and heal.
- The process of sharing personal stories—especially in a supportive environment—helps build community, fosters belonging, and supports cultural continuity.
- Individual perspectives bring depth and authenticity to narratives, allowing for a richer, more diverse storytelling landscape. As seen in narrative-driven projects, the way you tell your story matters: your words and the way you use them can effect real change and leave a lasting impact.
What You’ll Gain
- Guidance on weaving your own experiences and identity into your writing, making your stories resonate on a deeper level.
- Practical techniques to celebrate individuality while connecting with broader audiences.
- Insights into how the interplay of truth, perspective, and personal history shapes memorable stories.
Join Scott and Blake to:
– Explore the healing and connective power of storytelling rooted in individuality.
– Learn how to use your voice to inspire, teach, and unite through narrative.
– Leave with new writing, fresh inspiration, and a renewed sense of your own creative power.
Bring your story. Share your truth. Discover the strength of individuality in every narrative.
Meet Your Facilitators:
Scott Wilson: A Gooniyandi and Gajerrong man from the Kimberley, Scott is a passionate advocate for Indigenous voices, co-founder of multiple First Nations-owned companies, and an experienced leader in publication, film, and green energy.
Blake Innes: Writer, publisher, and Managing Director of HiveMind Press, Blake brings a unique blend of cultural insight and narrative craft, and is the co-founder of the Indigiverse superhero universe.
Who Should Attend?
– Aspiring writers, educators, storytellers, and anyone interested in exploring the intersection of culture, identity, and narrative.
Bring your voice. Share your truth. Discover the heart of great storytelling in the Indigiverse. Spaces are limited—secure your place today!
When: Thursday July 17th
Where: USC Hervey Bay
Time: 5:30pm – 7pm
Cost:
NonMember: $45
SFC Member: $30
To book: https://www.trybooking.com/DDALH
Meet the Facilitators:
Blake Innes is a writer, publisher, and business strategist based in Perth, Western Australia. He is the Managing Director of HiveMind Press, a boutique publishing house supporting independent authors and storytellers. Blake is also the co-founder of the Indigiverse, a First Nations-led superhero universe bringing Aboriginal stories into comics, schools, and media. With postgraduate studies in literature and psychology, Blake combines cultural insight with narrative craft; he was awarded the Dean’s Award for his research and has been shortlisted for several literary prizes. His work focuses on creative empowerment, legacy storytelling, and building platforms that centre community, identity, and voice.
Scott Wilson is a Gooniyandi and Gajerrong man from the Kimberley of Western Australia. He graduated from the University of Western Australia in 2015 with a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Anthropology, Indigenous history and heritage studies. In 2016, Scott helped implement an early childhood program called “Our Mob as First Educators Program,” designing the logo and the creation of their fathers’ program. In 2017, he became an operator and explosives technician for Fortescue. In 2018, he was awarded a graduate program with the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet and worked with the Behavioural Economics Team of the Australian Government. In the last three years Scott has been traveling to speak to Parliament with a Pacifica Empowered young leaders group to lobby and spread awareness of climate change, youth empowerment and many challenges affecting our peoples across the Pacific. He is now co-founder of three First Nations majority owned companies across Australia, and three distinct industries, which include publication, film & television and green energy.