Led by the extraordinary women that walked with Michael Long to Canberra, The Long Walk Women’s Luncheon is a popular celebration of Indigenous women’s achievements and an afternoon not to be missed.

Held on Friday 14 October in Melbourne, The Long Walk Women’s Luncheon will bring together over 750 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Aboriginal women and supportive men to recognise and celebrate the contributions of Indigenous women in the community.
 
This year, The Long Walk are proud to announce the introduction of the event in Darwin and Adelaide. The Long Walk campaign is excited to work with local communities to bring this popular event to these cities. Click here for further information on the Darwin and Adelaide luncheons.
 
Over its six year history, The Long Walk Women’s Luncheon has developed into a meaningful celebration which draws together distinct groups to offer a unique reconciliation experience. Previous event guests and speakers have included Governor General Quentin Bryce, Lowitja O’Donahue, Marcia Langton, Christine Anu and Kerry Arabena.
 
The Melbourne luncheon will be MC’d by Pauline Whyman and guests will hear from the esteemed Rosalie Kunoth – Monks, Mayor of Barkly Shire, NT; Fay Ball, Cultural Educator, Koorie Heritage Trust and enjoy soothing performances by the Sunshine Sisters (Emma Donovan, Jessie Lloyd and Deline Briscoe).
 
This year’s major raffle prize in Melbourne is a personal chef at home for eight people valued at $1,349.
 
Proceeds from this year’s event will go towards The Long Walk’s Indigenous Cultural Exchange Program – a program aimed at strengthening resilience through cultural exchange between urban and remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
 
The Long Walk Women’s Luncheon - Melbourne
Friday 14 October, 2011
Peninsula at Central Pier, 161 Harbour Esplanade, Docklands