Media Release | CONVERGE 2023 Program Detail

Dear FNMA Community,

First Nations Media Australia (FNMA) are glad to share highlights of the exciting 3-day conference program for CONVERGE 2023 which will be held at the Old Parliament House, Canberra from 21-23rd November. Book your Conference and Awards ticket now!

This year's program includes FNMA member showcases, industry presentations, forums and opportunities to follow your interests with a range of break-out sessions to choose from over the course of CONVERGE 2023. Below, we have put together a snapshot of what is in store. The full program will be released in early November.

On DAY 1 we look forward to being welcomed onto Ngunnawal/Ngambri land, the CONVERGE 2023 Keynote Address from Stan Grant followed by an insightful Q&A opportunity moderated by FNMA Chief Executive Officer, CEO Professor Shane Hearn. Members and delegates will also participate in the Indigenous Digital Leadership Forum for an engaging afternoon’s discussion.

On DAY 2 we will profile important policy updates in the sector as well as provide a range of opportunities to join in more focused sessions such as a Print & Online Forum, an exploration of the exciting developments in AI and other technologies and honing your Digital Skills in the Newsroom.

And on DAY 3, as well as Ordinary and Associate FNMA members attending the FNMA AGM, CONVERGE attendees will engage in sessions on cultural safety, come together to discuss the post-referendum role of allies to First Nations peoples in the media sector, as well as explore First Nations Media Perspectives and Actions with the First Nations Digital Inclusion Advisory Group.

DAY 3 will also present the highlight of CONVERGE 2023 - a memorable night celebrating First Nations media excellence at the First Nations Media Awards and Gala Dinner which will also showcase live entertainment from First Nations artists and musicians.

The CONVERGE 2023 program will proudly include content from the following:

Traditional Owners Paul and Matilda House

The Hon. Linda Burney MP, Minister for Indigenous Australians

The Hon. Malarndirri McCarthy, Senator for Northern Territory

The Hon. Michelle Rowland MP, Minister for Communications

Australian Associated Press (AAP)

Australian Indigenous Leadership Centre (AILC)

Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS)

Brett Leavy

Coalition of Peaks

Community Broadcasting Foundation (CBF)

Community Broadcasting Association Australia (CBAA)

Community Media Training Organisation (CMTO)

eSafety Commissioner
First Nations Digital Inclusion Advisory Group (FNDIAG), Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts

First Nations Media Australia

Gadigal Information Service (Koori Radio, Sydney)

inDigiMOB

Koori Mail

Midwest Aboriginal Media Association (Radio MAMA)

National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA)

National Broadband Network (NBN)

Nelson Conboy

Ngaarda Media

Queensland Remote Aboriginal Media Association (QRAM)

Rio Tinto

RMIT

SBS/NITV

Telstra

Triple A formally known as Brisbane Indigenous Media Association (BIMA) (4AAA)

Umeewarra Aboriginal Media Association (5UMA) … and others.

First Nations Media Australia extend our gratitude to the following financial sponsors for their invaluable support in realising CONVERGE 2023:

Australian Broadcasting Company (ABC)
Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS)
Community Broadcasting Foundation (CBF)
National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA)
Rio Tinto
SBS/NITV

If you haven’t yet, now is a fantastic time to book your Conference and Awards ticket, plan your flights and accommodation and to get ready to join us in Canberra to celebrate the power, influence and excellence of First Nations media at the CONVERGE 2023 National Conference and First Nations Media Awards.

We look forward to seeing you there!

First Nations Media Australia

For further information, interviews, or sponsorship enquiries, please contact our 2023 Event Coordinator, Toni Janke or via mobile at 0416 987 143.

CONVERGE 2023 - OUR MEDIA, OUR VOICE

Connecting communities, sharing stories, celebrating excellence.