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Girrga (Native Bee) Jendaya Stewart Bursary
Congratulations Kaiya O'Brien
Kaiya is the the very first recipient of the Girrga Bursary.
Having participated in multiple cultural burns on Birpai Country over the past six months and through this hands-on work, Kaiya continues to deepen her understanding of cultural fire practices and Country-led land care.
What inspires Kaiya is the opportunity to expand cultural knowledge around caring for Country and sustainable practices.
Kaiya is currently studying a Certificate III in Land Conservation with TAFE. Receiving the Girrga Bursary will support her to look at additional training pathways beyond TAFE, allowing her to broaden her skills, strengthen her cultural practice, and continue walking a path of caring for Country in ways that honour both knowledge systems and future generations.
Congratulations Kaiya 🌿
Jendaya Stewart Girrga (Native Bee) Bursary
Applications for 2026 open in August 2026
Jendaya (Jenny, Jen, Jen Jen) was an active member of Djiyagan Dhanbaan. She loved Country and was most at home with Country.
She cared deeply for the land, picking up rubbish, and connecting with plants. Her deep care for Country inspired those around her.This bursary stands as a tribute to Jendaya’s legacy, her grounded strength, her passion for caring for Country, and her inspiration to others to do the same.
The Girrga (Native Bee) Bursary invites young Aboriginal women on Birrbay (Birpai) Country to apply for this opportunity that honours care for Country, community, and culture. This bursary recognises the strength of women and their connection to Country.
About the Bursary
Amount: TBC, one time payment.
From 2025, each year, this bursary supports Aboriginal women aged 18–30 who live and work on Birrbay Birpai Country and are actively involved in:
- Environmental care
- Land and sea care
- Other forms of caring for Country
The bursary can be used to help cover the costs of training, equipment, uniforms, or other essentials that support their continued connection and contribution to Country. By honouring Jendaya’s legacy, the Girrga Bursary supports young women who walk with deep respect, connection, and responsibility to Country
Giirga Bursary Donations
We are accepting donations to support the Girrga Bursary.
Any contributions go directly toward support young women doing important work on Country. Account details for donations are included below.
Djiyagan Dhanbaan
Regional Bank Australia
BSB: 932000
Account number: 500196045
We acknowledge that Djiyagan Dhanbaan gathers on Birrbay Barray Birpai Country, where the lands, waters, skies, and all living beings hold deep ancestral connections. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and honour the strong spirit of the women who have walked, sung, and cared for this place since time began. Wanyimbu Wanyimbu ganyila Wanyimbu Wanyimbu ganyiy. Always was, always will be.
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