If you’re looking for a true example of strong cultural identity, a deep sense of community, teamwork, and the spirit of sharing, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better one than these incredible women. They certainly were right on top of this team challenge.
It’s always a pleasure to collaborate with the Indigenous Women Rangers Network (IWRN).
Recently, some members of the Sabre team had the privilege of delivering one of our programmes for them in Cairns, and just made it back to Brisbane in the nick of time before the airports shut down for Cyclone Alfred.
Our Nexus Networking team challenge was the starter, and then our Picture Perfect team challenge was used to create a large-scale mural. Designed by the IWRN, the mural represents the invaluable work these women do to preserve and protect Country. The challenge required 220 participants to engage in a complex, cross-functional exchange of information and resources across a dispersed area—only coming together in the final moments to bring the masterpiece to life.
Originally founded by Larissa Hale as the Queensland Indigenous Women Rangers Network (QIWRN), the organisation has now grown into IWRN Australia and, more recently, IWRN International. Their work spans land, sea, and air, blending ancient knowledge with cutting-edge technology to safeguard the natural environment.
IWRN delivers essential forums and programs for both individuals and established networks, fostering culturally safe spaces for networking, support, and opportunity. These initiatives celebrate, recognize, and empower Indigenous women rangers, ensuring they have the tools and resources to thrive.
Co-designed by Indigenous women, government and non-government agencies, and key stakeholders, IWRN is a highly collaborative program committed to providing lasting support, security, and opportunities for Indigenous women rangers across Queensland, Australia, and now the world.
Each year, IWRN hosts forums that bring together hundreds of women rangers—an ever-growing community of dedicated professionals. These gatherings offer a platform for connection, inspiration, and skill development, with a strong focus on networking, health and well-being, community-led projects, mentoring, training, and empowerment.
It’s an honour to witness their ongoing growth, and to occasionally have an opportunity to support the impact of the Indigenous Women Rangers Network meetings, and we look forward to seeing their influence continue to expand.
To see more about the QIWRN, IWRN Australia and IWRN International check out their website:
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