Our Indigenous Women Rangers play a vital role in protecting and managing Australia’s natural and cultural heritage. Your work is deeply connected to Country, blending traditional knowledge with modern conservation practices. Recruiting more Indigenous women into ranger roles is essential to ensure your unique perspectives continue to guide the future of environmental stewardship. The most powerful way to do this is by using video to show others what it's like to be a ranger, where you work, and how you're making a difference.

This presentation explores how smartphone video skills can empower Indigenous Women Rangers to capture and share their work on Country, preserve culture, record history, and enhance reporting processes—all while having fun and tapping into their creativity. With smartphones and tablets already in hand, learning to use these devices for storytelling is an accessible and practical way to share powerful messages with local communities, funding bodies, and broader audiences.

We’ll demonstrate how, with expert guidance and easy-to-follow steps from two experienced women from the media industry, you can capture the beauty and significance of working on Country, from managing landscapes to monitoring biodiversity. Videos can also preserve traditional practices and knowledge, ensuring they are passed on to future generations while raising awareness about the importance of cultural heritage. As a tool for reporting, video enables rangers to document achievements, share progress with stakeholders, and advocate for the resources needed to continue important work.

Importantly, this session highlights the joy and creativity of making videos. Learning to frame shots, add narration, and craft a compelling story can be an empowering experience, giving rangers a new way to express your voices and connect with your communities. Through practical tips and real-life examples, attendees will see how simple techniques can transform an ordinary scene into extraordinary stories.

Whether you’re new to video or looking to expand your skills, this talk will show how smartphone video can be a game-changer for Indigenous Women Rangers. It’s not just about learning a new skill—it’s about unlocking the power of storytelling to inspire, educate, and make a difference. Discover how to bring your stories to life with the tool you already have in your pocket.