The Worawa Ambassador Program unites a diverse group of passionate individuals who share a commitment to supporting our College’s principles and values. Our Ambassadors, both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal, play a vital role in fostering positive relationships and broadening community connections. They proudly represent the many aspects of the Worawa program, including education, culture, sport, the arts, environment, and social justice. Through their influence and dedication, Ambassadors uplift our students and advocate for the transformative power of education within the broader community.
Dr. Tui Crumpen (BA Hons, MHSS, PhD)
Career Summary:
Dr. Crumpen is a Torres Strait Islander who finished her high school education journey at Worawa Aboriginal College, completing her Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) in 1994. Dr. Crumpen is now a Postdoctoral Fellow (PhD conferral 2021(UniMelb) with 26 years expertise in program delivery, strategic planning, partnership facilitation and governance. An Indigenous consultant and founder of Mopas Consultancy, Dr. Crumpen was the Director of the Kaiela Institute; a First Nations-led analysis and policy think tank from 2021 to 2023. The Institute provides a place that encourages and supports leader and institutions to collaborate and build strategic approaches for the future of the Goulburn Murray (GM) community. It also houses the Algabonyah Research and Impact Centre (ARIC), a unique, community-based unit spearheading data sovereignty activities for the region. Dr. Crumpen is Chief Investigator for the Developing Yorta Yorta Measures for Shared Prosperity, Repositioning Value and a Thriving Community with Strong Foundations project (Mook Mook Project). As part of the GM Regional Prosperity Plan, this is a flagship project for ARIC seeking to establish longitudinal measures of thriving for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community on Yorta Yorta Country. Dr. Crumpen, as a founding board member, has been instrumental in supporting the development of the Munarra Cultural Centre of Excellence (MCRE); a unique science, sport, art and culture icon which will foster the abilities of Aboriginal young people and the wider community. Dr. Crumpen has also been deeply involved in the Rumbalara Football Netball Club for more than 20 years, and recently as a key community reference group member for the Rumbalara Wellbeing and Resilience Project.
Field of Research:
With an emerging research track record in Indigenous health, rural health and multidisciplinary research across medical and/or social sciences disciplines, along with a PhD focusing on national Indigenous representative bodies, Dr. Crumpen draws on a deep connection and understanding of First Nations building. Dr. Crumpen sits on the First Peoples Assembly Expert Panel for Strengthening Culture, Communities and Families. Dr. Crumpen has worked with the Kaiela Institute on Empowered Communities, been a participant in the Indigenous Cultural and Educational Exchange Program, Northern Arizona University & University of Arizona, USA, and is an alumni of the 2017 Jawun Emerging Leaders program. As a previous board member of the Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative and Goulburn Valley Health, Dr. Crumpen’s expertise has also assisted organisations to navigate the cultural interface and develop structures that bridge the gap.
Outputs and Awards:
Dr. Crumpen is on the MDHS Faculty Museums Committee, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (MDHS). Recently, Dr. Crumpen co-presented to the National Archives in Kew, England, with her sister Shani Crumpen (PhD Candidate, UniMelb). In recognition of her emerging track record and leadership in social change initiatives and experience in Indigenous-focused projects, Dr. Crumpen was named an Atlantic Fellow for Social Equity in 2022, joining an international community of Atlantic Institute Fellows.
Madi Colville Walker, a proud Yorta Yorta woman, is an inspiring musician who embarked on her career after her debut performance at the Tamworth CMAA Junior Academy in 2017. Since then, she has graced numerous prestigious stages across Australia and collaborated with various renowned organisations.
Throughout her music career, Madi has supported celebrated artists such as Uncle Archie Roach, Alice Skye, Isaiah Firebrace, Melody Moko, Kutcha Edwards, and Darlinghurst. In 2023, she achieved a significant milestone by receiving the Uncle Archie Roach Foundation Award at the National Indigenous Music Awards (NIMAs).
Madi remains deeply connected to her community and Country, and she cherishes the relationships she has built with the organisations and individuals who have supported her along her artistic journey. Their encouragement, along with the unwavering support of her family, continues to inspire her to excel in her music.
Dr. Tui Crumpen (BA Hons, MHSS, PhD)
Career Summary:
Dr. Crumpen is a Torres Strait Islander who completed her high school education at Worawa Aboriginal College, earning her Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) in 1994. Currently a Postdoctoral Fellow with a PhD from the University of Melbourne (conferred in 2021), she has 26 years of expertise in program delivery, strategic planning, partnership facilitation, and governance. As an Indigenous consultant and founder of Mopas Consultancy, Dr. Crumpen served as the Director of the Kaiela Institute, a First Nations-led think tank, from 2021 to 2023. The Institute fosters collaboration for strategic development in the Goulburn Murray community and houses the Algabonyah Research and Impact Centre (ARIC), which leads data sovereignty activities in the region. Dr. Crumpen is the Chief Investigator for the Mook Mook Project, which aims to develop measures for shared prosperity in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community on Yorta Yorta Country. Additionally, she has been instrumental in establishing the Munarra Cultural Centre of Excellence and has played a significant role in the Rumbalara Football Netball Club for over 20 years.
Field of Research:
With a growing research track record in Indigenous and rural health, Dr. Crumpen's work spans multidisciplinary research across medical and social sciences. Her PhD focused on national Indigenous representative bodies, and she is deeply connected to First Nations community building. Dr. Crumpen is a member of the First Peoples Assembly Expert Panel for Strengthening Culture, Communities, and Families. She has also worked on the Empowered Communities initiative at the Kaiela Institute, participated in cultural and educational exchanges in the USA, and is an alumna of the 2017 Jawun Emerging Leaders program. Her previous board memberships include the Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative and Goulburn Valley Health, where she contributed to bridging cultural gaps and developing inclusive structures.
Outputs and Awards:
Dr. Crumpen serves on the Faculty Museums Committee at the University of Melbourne's Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (MDHS). She recently co-presented to the National Archives in Kew, England, with her sister, Shani Crumpen. Recognised for her leadership in social change initiatives, Dr. Crumpen was named an Atlantic Fellow for Social Equity in 2022, joining an international community of Fellows dedicated to social equity.
Bio and Project Links:
Atlantic Institute: Dr Tui Crumpen — Atlantic Fellows for Social Equity
Kaiela Institute: Our Team - Kaiela Institute
University of Melbourne: Dr Tui Crumpen : Find an Expert : The University of Melbourne
