Join Peej and Nelson from The Imaginary Friends Show and Community Ngulu as they chat with artist and educator Mitch Tambo ahead of his performance at Upwey South Primary School, part of the ongoing Walanbaa Youth Tour. A proud Gamilaraay man, Mitch blends traditional Aboriginal sounds and language with contemporary beats and production. The multi-talented recording artist first stunned the nation when he performed a spine tingling First Nations version of the iconic John Farnham anthem, You're The Voice on the 2019 Finale of Australia’s Got Talent. Mitch’s performance was powerful and won the hearts of Australia as well as a host of other countries.
In Tambo’s music you will find great sentiment and stories relating to his own personal journey and story such a Dreamtime Princess which is a celebration of womanhood and challenges men to reconsider how they act, engage and converse with women. He aims to use his voice and platform to raise awareness against bias and celebrate the achievements of women as one of his key causes.
A qualified social worker with a passion for diversity awareness, Mitch is a sought-out opinion contributor, commentator and speaker on podcasts, corporate events and an acclaimed cultural practitioner and motivator across schools and for community organisations.
Walanbaa is an empowerment-based initiative founded by Mitch, with a strong emphasis on reaching Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal youth. Walanbaa, which means Strong, celebrates cultural diversity and works across cultures to strengthen the future for all families. Mitch’s team aims to deliver interactive programs and resources that are driven through a culturally sensitive framework empowering participants to engage with identity, self-belief, cultural location and even career pathways. The Walanbaa practitioners offer traditional and contemporary inclusions suitable for children and young people of all ages. Ultimately, Walanbaa aims to empower participants to make strong positive choices for their lives.
